The Wasp — 1894 — page 328: what you’re looking at

What you’re looking at

This satirical cartoon from *The Wasp* depicts the Democratic Party as a rooster standing on a "Democratic Platform," crowing "Old Hen" while surrounded by numerous chickens in water. The imagery suggests internal party discord and confused leadership—the rooster's crow appears ineffectual, while the chickens (likely representing party members or factions) seem chaotic and directionless in the swampy setting. The Capitol building visible in the background situates this as commentary on national politics. The text references "diverse tastes of her queer brood," implying the Democratic Party cannot satisfy or unite its disparate members. This appears to critique Democratic Party fragmentation, perhaps during a period of internal conflict or failed leadership, though the specific historical moment remains unclear without additional context.