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Back Talk From the Dummy. American cartoon, 1937, showing the U. S. Congress refusing to play Charlie McCarthy to the President Franklin Roosevelts Edgar Bergen

Back Talk From the Dummy. American cartoon, 1937, showing the U. S. Congress refusing to play Charlie McCarthy to the President Franklin Roosevelts Edgar Bergen


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Back Talk From the Dummy. American cartoon, 1937, showing the U. S. Congress refusing to play Charlie McCarthy to the President Franklin Roosevelts Edgar Bergen

NEW DEAL CARTOON, 1937.
Back Talk From the Dummy. American cartoon, 1937, showing the U.S. Congress refusing to play Charlie McCarthy to the President Franklin Roosevelts Edgar Bergen

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Back Talk From the Dummy - A Political Satire Unveiling Congressional Resistance

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. This print titled "Back Talk From the Dummy" takes us back to a pivotal moment in American history, capturing an iconic political cartoon from 1937. The image humorously depicts the U. S. Congress as unwilling participants in a puppet show, refusing to play second fiddle to President Franklin D. Roosevelt's ventriloquist act with his famous dummy, Charlie McCarthy. The cartoon serves as a powerful commentary on the strained relationship between FDR and Congress during the New Deal era. As Roosevelt attempted to implement his progressive policies aimed at pulling America out of economic turmoil, he faced significant opposition from both Republicans and conservative Democrats within Congress. In this cleverly crafted illustration by Edgar Bergen, one of America's most renowned ventriloquists at that time, we witness members of Congress depicted as stiff wooden dummies themselves - symbolizing their resistance to FDR's political acts. Through its subtle yet biting satire, this artwork highlights not only the power struggle between branches of government but also reflects public sentiment towards politicians who seemed more interested in self-preservation than serving their constituents' needs. Decades later, "Back Talk From the Dummy" remains a timeless reminder of how politics can sometimes devolve into theatrical performances rather than genuine governance. It stands as a testament to art's ability to capture complex socio-political dynamics while providing viewers with both entertainment and food for thought about our democratic system.

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