Life, 1909-09-02 · page 11 of 48
Life — September 2, 1909 — page 11: what you’re looking at
What you’re looking at
This page satirizes Republican politics and conservative policy during what appears to be the early 20th century. The main cartoon depicts a boat scene with the caption "WHY IS THE SHOOTING ALWAYS GOOD WHEN YOU GO FISHING?" The text section "No Revolution" mocks Senator La Follette's political intimations, suggesting Republicans fear change. "Satan" (depicted watching a boat) and references to "Aldrich" (likely Senator Nelson Aldrich) indicate satire about protective tariffs and industrial policy. The dialogue jokes that Aldrich is "too useful ever to be President" due to his controversial economic policies. The final line "Still Rockefellers run deep" suggests criticism of wealthy industrial interests controlling Republican politics. The overall thrust criticizes conservative Republican resistance to reform and their protection of wealthy industrialists' interests.
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