For Citizens Who Want the Truth Socialist Pamphlet 1936

This 1936 pamphlet reflects a specific moment in American political history,
during the height of the Socialist Party's influence in Milwaukee. The
party advocated for municipal ownership of utilities as a way to
combat the perceived power of private corporations and trusts. This
was a common theme in socialist and progressive movements of the
early to mid-20th century.

The imagery on the pamphlet, depicting the flow of money from the
'Electric Co. Milwaukee' to 'Wall St. Power Trust,' is a classic example
of political propaganda. It aimed to sway public opinion in favor of
the city purchasing and operating its own electric utility. Pamphlets
like these were crucial tools for political parties to disseminate their
message and mobilize voters during this era.
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