The Democratic Donkey - Boston, Massachussetts
Posted by: Groundspeak Premium Member Weathervane
N 42° 21.469 W 071° 03.544
19T E 330428 N 4691558
The bronze sculpture of a Donkey standing in front of the Old City Hall in Boston Massachussetts is the work of Antonio Frilli, of Florence, Italy.
Waymark Code: WMJP5K
Location: Massachusetts, United States
Date Posted: 12/11/2013
Published By:Groundspeak Premium Member Outspoken1
Views: 16

The plaque next to the donkey reads as follows:

"When in 1828, Andrew Jackson established the Democratic party and ran for president using the populist slogan, "Let the people rule", his opponents thought him silly and labeled him a "jackass". Jackson, however, picked-up on their name calling and turned it to his advantage by using the donkey on his campaign posters. Over the years this donkey has become the accepted symbol of the Democratic party."
Name or use 'Unknown' if not known: The Democratic Donkey

Figure Type: Animal

Artist Name or use 'Unknown' if not known: Antonio Frilli

Date created or placed or use 'Unknown' if not known: 1/1/1890

Materials used: Bronze

Location: In front of Old City Hall

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