The trouble, my friends, with socialism is that it would des
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The trouble, my friends, with socialism is that it would des
The trouble, my friends, with socialism is that it would destroy initiative. Illustration shows a large gorilla-like monster with human head, clutching clusters of buildings labeled Public Utilities, Competition, and Small Business with his right arm and left leg, as he crushes a building labeled Untainted Success, Initiative, Individualism, Independence, and Ambition with his left hand, causing some citizens to flee while others plead for mercy. He casts a shadow over the US Capitol, tilting in the background. Date 1910 January 12. The trouble, my friends, with socialism is that it would destroy initiative. Illustration shows a large gorilla-like monster with human head, clutching clusters of buildings labeled Public Utilities, Competition, and Small Business with his right arm and left leg, as he crushes a building labeled Untainted Success, Initiative, Individualism, Independence, and Ambition with his left hand, causing some citizens to flee while others plead for mercy. He casts a shadow over the US Capitol, tilting in the background. Date 1910 January 12
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The Trouble with Socialism - A Cautionary Illustration from 1910
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In this powerful and evocative illustration from 1910, socialism is personified as a gorilla-like monster with a human head, wreaking havoc on the landscape of American values. The monster, with its muscular arms and legs, holds clusters of buildings labeled "Public Utilities," "Competition," and "Small Business" in one hand, indicating the role of the state in regulating industries and promoting economic equality. In the other hand, it crushes a building labeled "Untainted Success, Initiative, Individualism, Independence, and Ambition," symbolizing the perceived threat of socialism to individual achievement and entrepreneurship. The scene is one of chaos and despair, with citizens fleeing in terror while others plead for mercy. The monster's shadow looms over the US Capitol, tilting ominously in the background. The date of the illustration, January 12, 1910, is inscribed in the bottom left corner, serving as a reminder of the historical context in which this image was created. At the time, the United States was experiencing significant economic and social changes, with the rise of industrialization, labor unrest, and growing support for socialist and progressive political ideologies. This illustration reflects the fears and anxieties of those who saw socialism as a threat to American values and the capitalist system. It also highlights the ongoing debate over the role of government in regulating business and promoting economic equality, a debate that continues to resonate in contemporary political discourse. Overall, this illustration is a compelling reminder of the complex and often contentious relationship between individual initiative and collective welfare, and the ongoing struggle to balance these competing values in American society.
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