Use the image to answer the question.
The primary purpose of this image depicting William "Boss" Tweed and his associates is to
A.
illustrate the distinguishing physical characteristics of famous men.
B.
provide an unflattering portrayal of a widely liked politician.
C.
show that not all politicians are equally corrupt and disliked.
D.
portray political machines as scavengers of cities in need.
The Image: Cartoon Boss Tweed 1871 None Of Thomas NastS Vitriolic Cartoon Attacks On William M Boss Tweed And His Ring Of Corrupt Politicians Cartoon 1871
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D. portray political machines as scavengers of cities in need. The image is a political cartoon that criticizes the corruption and cronyism associated with Boss Tweed's Tammany Hall political machine in New York City during the 19th century. It depicts Tweed and his associates as vultures scavenging on the city's resources.
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