Judge — October 12, 1912 — page 9: what you’re looking at

What you’re looking at

This page collects cartoons from multiple election campaigns mocking Democratic candidates and policies. The top cartoon (1908) depicts Judge's editorial stance as an impartial platform held by two figures, symbolizing consistent fairness. "A New Wall Needed About Our Business" (1908) shows figures being attacked by chaos, suggesting Democrats threatened business stability. "Bryan's Trotter—The Democratic Mule" (1896) ridicules William Jennings Bryan, the Democratic presidential candidate, depicting him as an unreliable mule—a common insult suggesting incompetence or stubbornness. "One Pair of Scales for All" (1908) shows Lady Justice on a balanced scale, likely advocating for fair treatment of business interests against what Judge viewed as unfair Democratic regulation or populist demands. These cartoons reflect Judge's pro-business, Republican-leaning editorial perspective during the Gilded Age and Progressive Era.