Source
URL:
https://collection.mndigital.org/catalog/gust:516#?c=&m=&s=&cv=&xywh=-2030%2C808%2C8182%2C4339
Introduction
This political cartoon was created by Charles Lewis Bartholomew in 1913 and titled “Another Blot.” For historical context this political cartoon was published with a corresponding article about the assassination of Francisco Madero, one of Mexico’s former presidents, and Jose Pino Suarez, Madero’s vice president. The assassination is represented by a blood splatter on the map of Mexico with General Huerta standing next to the splattered blood and Uncle Sam peering over a fence separating Mexico and the United States.
By having Uncle Sam yet again represent the United States in meddling and involving themselves into Mexican affairs even the U.S. is acknowledging its knowledge of Mexican affairs but is also showing that Mexico is unstable. By depicting the assassination of two previously high-up officials in the Mexican government the political cartoon is also depicting the Mexican government and power as weak and unorganized. The perception that Mexico is not as capable as the United States to rule themselves is clearly demonstrated in this political cartoon.
Citation
Bartholomew, Charles Lewis (Bart), 1869-1949. 1913. “”Another Blot,” an editorial cartoon by “Bart”.” Gustavus Adolphus College, Accessed December 14, 2022. https://collection.mndigital.org/catalog/gust:516