Life — September 30, 1920 — page 21: what you’re looking at

What you’re looking at

This political cartoon depicts a woman in classical or allegorical dress, seated and appearing contemplative or concerned. The caption "Will They Be Counted?" suggests the work addresses women's suffrage and voting rights—specifically, whether women will be included in official census counts or recognized as full citizens with voting power. The classical styling of the female figure suggests she represents "Woman" or "Womanhood" as an abstract principle. The questioning tone of the caption implies uncertainty about women's political recognition and enfranchisement during this era of American debate over women's suffrage (likely early 20th century, given Life magazine's publication period). The satire critiques society's ambivalence toward women's full civic participation and rights.