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"Now It's Up To You." Cartoon
Copyright The Trenton Times, John F. Kennedy Presidential Library and Museum
"Now It's Up To You." Cartoon
Copyright The Trenton Times, John F. Kennedy Presidential Library and Museum

"Now It's Up To You." Cartoon

Artifact IDMO 2024.1.115.5
Object Type Editorial Cartoon
Date June 27, 1963
Artist (American Cartoonist for The Trenton Times)
Medium ink on paper
DimensionsOverall H 11 1/4 in x W 14 1/4 in (28.6 cm x 36.2 cm)
Physical DescriptionOriginal cartoon drawing. John F. Kennedy stands in front of the White House and hands an ax,"$13.5 Billion Tax Cut", to a confused man, "Congress". Caption: "Now It's Up To You.".
Historical NoteJohn F. Kennedy proposed significant tax cuts during his presidency to stimulate economic growth through supply side economics. This cartoon highlights the political moment when JFK "hands the axe" over to Congress, implying the decision now lies with them to act on his proposal. Congress eventuallty passed Kennedy's tax cuts after his assasination under President Lyndon B. Johnson.
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Custodial History NoteItem was held by the John F. Kennedy Presidential Library Archives until it was transferred to the Museum Collection in 2024.
Credit LineJohn F. Kennedy Presidential Library and Museum, Boston, MA
National Archives Catalog CollectionJohn F. Kennedy Library Museum Collection (National Archives Identifier 1676934)
National Archives Catalog SeriesKennedy Administration Collection 1960-1963 (National Archives Identifier 1676959)
Use Restriction StatusRestricted - FullyUse Restriction Notecopyright The Trenton Times Copyright or other proprietary rights are held by individuals or entities other than the John F. Kennedy Presidential Library and Museum. The John F. Kennedy Presidential Library and Museum does not warrant that the use of these materials will not infringe on the rights of third parties holding the rights to these works, or make any representations or warranties with respect to the application or terms of any international agreement, treaty, or protections that may apply. It is your responsibility to determine and satisfy any copyright or other use restrictions. Pertinent regulations can be found at 36 C.F.R 1254.62.
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