A vintage political cartoon shows Uncle Sam stamping "DENIED" on a group of immigrants on a "Land of Opportunity" dock, with the Statue of Liberty in the distance.

A political cartoon in the classic 19th-century style, depicting Uncle Sam as a towering, stern figure in his star-spangled top hat and tailcoat. He stands before a "Keep Out" sign, using a large, bureaucratic stamp labeled "DENIED" to reject a diverse group of hopeful immigrants—including families from Europe, Asia, and Latin America—who are shown with small suitcases and weary but determined expressions. The scene is set on a crumbling dock labeled "Land of Opportunity," with the Statue of Liberty visible in the distance, looking away or shedding a tear. Sharp, satirical ink lines and cross-hatching, with bold, symbolic colors like patriotic red, white, and blue contrasted against muted tones for the immigrants. Exaggerated features and expressive body language, reminiscent of Thomas Nast or Joseph Keppler, with visible pen strokes and a slightly yellowed paper texture. The caption reads: "The New Doctrine." Editorial cartoon, vintage etching style, high contrast, detailed symbolism, historical satire. See more