Judge — November 16, 1901 — page 9: what you’re looking at

What you’re looking at

This Judge magazine cartoon satirizes Theodore Roosevelt's immigration policies. The figure on the left (labeled "Uncle Sam" in the caption) represents Roosevelt's stern determination to restrict immigration. The gate serves as a literal barrier, while the cattle and various figures on the other side represent immigrants or unwanted groups seeking entry. Roosevelt's quote—"And what is more, I will keep them out!"—reflects his restrictive stance on immigration during his presidency (1901-1909). The "Deacon" reference likely alludes to Roosevelt's moralistic, often sanctimonious public persona. The cartoon mocks Roosevelt's hardline position by depicting him as an unyielding gatekeeper, using the pastoral imagery of livestock to suggest the dehumanizing nature of such policies. Judge magazine typically favored Republican politics but occasionally criticized excessive positions.