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In the classic political cartoon of November 11, 1871, the figure of Columbia (the Republic) has been mauled by the Tammany Tiger (Boss Tweed's political machine), with her sword (power) broken and her shield (the Law) torn beneath her.

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What was Benjamin franklins plan to unite the colonies?

He thought that because he didnt want to loose, or have them die . Hence his cartoon "Join or Die"


Why did Thomas Jefferson opposed Alexander Hamilton's plan to create a national bank primarily?

depend on a loose interpretation of the constitution


What party has a donkey for its symbol?

The Republican elephant was created by cartoonist Thomas Nast and appeared in_Harper's Weekly_, Nov. 7, 1874. Before then, an 1860 issue of _Railsplitter_ and an 1872 _Harper's Weekly_ also had cartoons connecting Republicans with elephants. In New York, also in 1874, there was an untrue story written as a hoax by the _New York Herald_ saying that the animals of the Central Park Zoo had broken loose and were running wild in Central Park. The same Thomas Nast used the jackass in a cartoon using it to depict the _Herald_. This ultimately shifted to represent the Democratic party and the name changed to donkey.


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What is the symbol for the Democratic Party and the republican?

The Republican elephant was created by cartoonist Thomas Nast and appeared in_Harper's Weekly_, Nov. 7, 1874. Before then, an 1860 issue of _Railsplitter_ and an 1872 _Harper's Weekly_ also had cartoons connecting Republicans with elephants. In New York, also in 1874, there was an untrue story written as a hoax by the _New York Herald_ saying that the animals of the Central Park Zoo had broken loose and were running wild in Central Park. The same Thomas Nast used the jackass in a cartoon using it to depict the _Herald_. This ultimately shifted to represent the Democratic party and the name changed to donkey. An alternate story on the Democratic donkey is that Andrew Jackson was the first candidate in the Democratic party and when he ran fror re-election he was called a "Jackass". Jackson actually liked that so much he adopted the donkey or jackass as the symbol for the Democratic Party. This is from The History Channel's series "The Presidents" Add-on by Kiddo2000: At http://www.factmonster.com/ipka/A0881985.html , you can find pictures of them. If the link expires, go to Yahoo! pictures and search "Democratic and Republican symbols". You should get good results.

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What means Tammany tiger loose?

"Tammany Tiger Loose" refers to a political cartoon by Thomas Nast that symbolizes the rampant corruption and power of Tammany Hall, the Democratic political machine in New York City during the late 19th century. The imagery of a tiger represents the ferocity and predatory nature of the political organization, which was known for its manipulation and control over the city's politics. This phrase became emblematic of the struggle against corruption in American politics.


When was Thomas Loose born?

Thomas Loose was born in 1964.


Who was for loose construction?

Thomas jefferson


Which word have OO in?

Zoo cocoon cartoon balloon school snooze bedroom shampoo droop loose


Which cabinet member believed in a loose interpretation of the Constitution?

Thomas Jefferson


Did Thomas Jefferson have a strict or loose interpretation of the constitution?

It was based on a loose interpretation of the Constitution because he wasn't really allowed to by the land, and he had to justify his actions by his hopes for the nation


Who create the Republican elephant?

The Republican elephant was created by cartoonist Thomas Nast and appeared in Harper's Weekly, Nov. 7, 1874. Before then, an 1860 issue of Railsplitter and an 1872 Harper's Weekly also had cartoons connecting Republicans with elephants. In New York, also in 1874, there was an untrue story written as a hoax by the New York Herald saying that the animals of the Central Park Zoo had broken loose and were running wild in Central Park. The same Thomas Nast used the jackass in a cartoon using it to depict the Herald. This ultimately shifted to represent the Democratic party and the name changed to donkey.


What was Benjamin franklins plan to unite the colonies?

He thought that because he didnt want to loose, or have them die . Hence his cartoon "Join or Die"


In which movie did Thomas Jane loose his family and went looking for revenge?

"The Punisher" - wietsnowy


Strict constructionism Jefferson?

Thomas Jefferson was a strict constructionist. Hamilton was a loose constructionist.


Who is a loose constructionist president?

Thomas Jefferson was a strict constructionist president, but during his presidency he made many loose constructionist decisions. (during his 1st term)


How did Alexander Hamilton's and Thomas Jefferson's view towards the interpretation of the constitution?

Alexander Hamilton believed in a loose interpretation, while Thomas Jefferson believed in a strict interpretation.