The swing of the pendulum
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The swing of the pendulum
The swing of the pendulum. Illustration shows a large, rotund male figure as a pendulum labeled Vox Populi swinging between San Francisco, on the left, labeled Down with Reform and Good Government Defeat and New York City, on the right, labeled Down with Tammany and Good Government Victory. Date 1909 November 24. The swing of the pendulum. Illustration shows a large, rotund male figure as a pendulum labeled Vox Populi swinging between San Francisco, on the left, labeled Down with Reform and Good Government Defeat and New York City, on the right, labeled Down with Tammany and Good Government Victory. Date 1909 November 24
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The Swing of the Pendulum - Vox Populi's Unpredictable Shift between Reform and Corruption in Late 19th Century America
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This political cartoon, published in Puck magazine on November 24, 1909, depicts a large, rotund figure labeled "Vox Populi" (the voice of the people) swinging between San Francisco and New York City on the ends of a pendulum. The cartoonist masterfully employs the metaphor of a swinging pendulum to illustrate the unpredictable and volatile nature of public opinion in late 19th century America. On the left, San Francisco is labeled "Down with Reform and Good Government Defeat," symbolizing the city's previous rejection of calls for reform and its association with corruption. On the right, New York City is labeled "Down with Tammany and Good Government Victory," referencing the Tammany Hall political machine, which was notorious for its corrupt practices but had recently experienced a wave of reform. The cartoon highlights the pendulum's unpredictable swing between these two extremes, emphasizing the importance of maintaining a balance between reform and good governance. The image serves as a reminder of the volatile nature of public opinion and the need for constant vigilance against corruption and the pursuit of reform. This powerful illustration provides a fascinating glimpse into the political climate of the late 19th century, offering insights into the complex relationship between public opinion, political machines, and the ongoing struggle for reform in American society.
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