Judge — October 25, 1924 — page 6: what you’re looking at

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# "How to Get the Tired Business Man to Vote" This satirical cartoon from *Judge* magazine critiques voter apathy among businessmen. The image depicts an elaborate, carnival-like spectacle designed to entice reluctant voters to participate in elections. The central scene shows scantily-clad chorus girls performing a can-can dance, surrounded by marching bands, acrobats, and theatrical entertainment. Voting booths are visible at ground level, nearly overshadowed by the extravagant show above. The satire suggests that civic duty—voting—has become so unappealing to busy, preoccupied businessmen that organizers must resort to entertainment and spectacle comparable to a circus to motivate political participation. The cartoon mocks both voter indifference and the perceived desperation of those promoting electoral engagement during the early 20th century.