Theodore Roosevelt and William Taft
Describe how Teddy is dressed
-sheep herder (almost like Mary from Mary had a Little Lamb)
-he looks like an innocent little girl
-he has a herding stick that says my policies on it (meaning he has authority over Taft)
Describe how Taft is portrayed
-overweight sheep that is wearing a cowbell which says T.R.
-he is Mary's pet sheep
-he is inferior to Teddy and can be manipulated
What is the message of this political cartoon?
The message of this political cartoon is to show that Teddy had power over Taft. However, both
seem to be good friend because the characters seem happy. Also, it shows that Teddy kept
Taft's policies in check (his policies herding stick).
Why did the artist choose to characterize Teddy and Taft in this manner?
The artist chooses to characterize Teddy and Taft in this manner because the audience understands that Teddy and Taft share a positive bond; however, Teddy holds more power. Teddy controls Taft's actions as he sees suitable. Moreover, it is seen that they both want to help their community.
-sheep herder (almost like Mary from Mary had a Little Lamb)
-he looks like an innocent little girl
-he has a herding stick that says my policies on it (meaning he has authority over Taft)
Describe how Taft is portrayed
-overweight sheep that is wearing a cowbell which says T.R.
-he is Mary's pet sheep
-he is inferior to Teddy and can be manipulated
What is the message of this political cartoon?
The message of this political cartoon is to show that Teddy had power over Taft. However, both
seem to be good friend because the characters seem happy. Also, it shows that Teddy kept
Taft's policies in check (his policies herding stick).
Why did the artist choose to characterize Teddy and Taft in this manner?
The artist chooses to characterize Teddy and Taft in this manner because the audience understands that Teddy and Taft share a positive bond; however, Teddy holds more power. Teddy controls Taft's actions as he sees suitable. Moreover, it is seen that they both want to help their community.