This cartoon shows a woman opening a curtain to enter a secret meeting between two men. One man is labeled "Political Boss,” and
the other is labeled "Honest Graft.” The graft is the use of a political office for personal monetary gain. The men are reaching for a bag of money labeled "Corruption Fund.” The woman holds a ballot, and her sash reads, "Votes for Woman.” The cartoon’s caption reads, "Two’s company three’s a crowd!” 1. What is the main message of this political cartoon?
2. In this cartoon, how have the politicians been portrayed?
The woman caught both men probably discussing what they were planning to do.
Explanation:
Both men are politician's.
- The man labeled "Political Boss" is using his authority in an unsrupulous way for political gain.
- The man labeled "Honest Graft" is intentionally misdirecting funds intended for public projects in order to maximize the benefits for private interests.