Judge, 1920-02-28 · page 21 of 36
Judge — February 28, 1920 — page 21: what you’re looking at
What you’re looking at
This page satirizes early 20th-century political and social upheaval, likely referencing the Russian Revolution and its international impact. The cartoons mock: **Top panels**: Bolshevik chaos and violence ("The Parlor Bolshevik"), depicting revolutionary fervor as destructive and absurd. **"Profiteer's Democracy"**: Critiques wealth inequality—democracy exists only for the rich in galleries while workers suffer below. **"Boring from Within"**: Shows a figure labeled "Congress" being hollowed out, suggesting radical infiltration of American institutions. **Housing Problem & Stronghold of Liberalism**: Depict revolutionary movements threatening social order—the Bastille reference suggests fears that liberals might support violent upheaval to silence political opponents. The overall message: Judge presents "The New Civilization" as chaotic, destructive radicalism threatening American democracy, wealth, and stability. The satire warns against both revolutionary movements and wealthy hypocrisy.
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Machine-transcribed from the original scan — historical spelling and the odd misread are preserved.
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