Between the devil and the deep sea
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Between the devil and the deep sea
Between the devil and the deep sea. Illustration shows Theodore Roosevelt as a large red-suited devil sitting on cliffs at seaside; a diminutive GOP. elephant, holding a paper labeled Nomination behind its back, stands at Roosevelts feet. On the waves of the sea is the word Defeat. Date 1912 January 3. Between the devil and the deep sea. Illustration shows Theodore Roosevelt as a large red-suited devil sitting on cliffs at seaside; a diminutive GOP. elephant, holding a paper labeled Nomination behind its back, stands at Roosevelts feet. On the waves of the sea is the word Defeat. Date 1912 January 3
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Between the Devil and the Deep Sea
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is a powerful and iconic political cartoon published in Puck magazine on January 3, 1912. The illustration depicts former President Theodore Roosevelt, portrayed as a large, red-suited devil, sitting menacingly on the edge of a cliff overlooking the sea. At the devil's feet stands a diminutive Republican elephant, clutching a paper labeled "Nomination" behind its back. The ominous tone of the scene is further emphasized by the ominous words "Defeat" written on the turbulent waves of the sea. This political cartoon was created during a pivotal moment in American political history. Roosevelt, who had left the Republican Party in 1912 to run as a third-party candidate, was challenging the incumbent Republican President William Howard Taft for the nomination. The cartoon reflects the intense animosity between the two men and the political turmoil that ensued. The image of Roosevelt as a devilish figure was a common theme in political cartoons of the time, reflecting the public perception of him as a divisive and controversial figure. The elephant, a symbol of the Republican Party, is depicted as small and insignificant, highlighting Roosevelt's perceived power and influence. The title of the cartoon, "Between the Devil and the Deep Sea," is a metaphor for the difficult position that Roosevelt found himself in. He was caught between the Republican Party, represented by the elephant, and the Democratic Party, which he ultimately joined after his defeat in the Republican primary. The sea, with its ominous waves and the word "Defeat," symbolizes the uncertain and treacherous waters of the political landscape. Overall, "Between the Devil and the Deep Sea" is a fascinating glimpse into the political climate of the early 20th century and a testament to the power of political cartoons as a tool for commenting on current events.
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