In 1888, cartoonist Thomas Nast had a lot to say against tariffs. Theys were imposed to generate revenues and ostensibly to protect domestic producers, such as farmers, against inexpensive foreign imports. Nast asks whether Uncle Sam would be able to swallow all the farmers' surplus produce on the home market. He makes the case that "The people must be relieved, not burdened." Who knew?
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| Thomas Nast Swann Auction Galleries Illustration Art sale of December 14, 2023 |
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