Life — March 22, 1923 — page 10: what you’re looking at

What you’re looking at

# Political Commentary on the 67th Congress This Life magazine article critiques the recently-concluded 67th Congress. The author ("Sounder") argues that while critics claim the Congress failed, it actually achieved reasonably well given constraints—particularly noting they spent only 16 oratorical hours debating serious matters, contrasting favorably with previous sessions. The main cartoon depicts celebratory figures leaving an "Employment Office," satirizing post-Congress job-seeking. The author's point: Congress members are now free to pursue private employment and lobbying opportunities—suggesting politicians view Congressional service as a temporary position before returning to more lucrative private work. The piece defends the Congress's record while indirectly mocking the transactional nature of American politics and the revolving door between government and private business.