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Swallowed!. Illustration shows William Jennings Bryan as a large snake
Swallowed!. Illustration shows William Jennings Bryan as a large snake labeled Populist Party entwined around a donkey labeled Democratic Party and about to swallow it. Date 1900 July 11. Swallowed!. Illustration shows William Jennings Bryan as a large snake labeled Populist Party entwined around a donkey labeled Democratic Party and about to swallow it. Date 1900 July 11
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Swallowed! - The Populist Party's Triumph over the Democratic Party (July 11, 1900)
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This political cartoon, published in Puck magazine on July 11, 1900, depicts a pivotal moment in American political history. The illustration shows William Jennings Bryan, a prominent leader of the Populist Party, depicted as a large snake labeled "Populist Party," about to swallow a donkey labeled "Democratic Party." This powerful image encapsulates the political maneuverings and shifting alliances that characterized the late 19th century in American politics. At the turn of the 20th century, the Populist Party emerged as a significant force in American politics, advocating for the rights of farmers and working people against the interests of the wealthy elite. The Democratic Party, historically the party of the South and labor, found itself increasingly divided between its traditional base and the new Populist movement. Bryan's presidential campaign in 1896, which saw him run as the Populist Party's nominee, represented a major challenge to the Democratic Party's dominance. In the end, Bryan lost the election to Republican William McKinley, but the Populist Party's influence continued to grow. By 1900, some Democratic leaders, including former President Grover Cleveland, began to embrace the Populist agenda, leading to a realignment of the parties and the eventual merger of the Populist and Democratic forces. This cartoon, with its vivid imagery and biting satire, captures the drama and tension of this period in American political history. It serves as a reminder of the complex and ever-evolving nature of political alliances and the enduring power of grassroots movements to shape the political landscape.
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