Judge, 1930-11-15 · page 5 of 36
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# "Good Morning, Judge!" Cartoon Analysis This cartoon satirizes the disconnect between judicial authority and political reality. The central figure is **Lady Justice**, depicted as a blind statue holding scales—a traditional symbol of impartial law. A well-dressed man (likely representing a politician or government official) approaches her deferentially, tipping his hat with "Good morning, Judge!" The satire suggests that despite Justice's blindness and supposed impartiality, politicians greet and attempt to influence her—implying that the legal system is actually accessible to or manipulated by those in power. The cartoon critiques the corruption or politicization of American courts, where formal institutions of justice are compromised by backroom dealings and political pressure.
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