Sure we take it for granted the elephant represents the Republican party and the donkey Democrats, but have you ever wondered why? Josh and Chuck explore the foundation of these bizarre political symbols in this old-timey episode of Stuff You Should Know.
Join Chuck and Josh as they explore how America's two political parties ended up with such unlikely mascots - donkeys and elephants. They dive into the fascinating story of Thomas Nast, a German-born political cartoonist who basically invented modern Santa Claus and created these enduring political symbols through his influential work in Harper's Weekly during the 1800s. Along the way, you'll also learn some surprising facts about actual donkeys and elephants that might change how you think about these stubborn and mourning creatures.
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