Yes, We Have No Ambitions Today!
7/1/1928
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This cartoon plays off a line from a popular 1923 song, “Yes, We Have No Bananas!” to characterize car maker Henry Ford’s Presidential ambitions––or lack thereof. Ford blames his busy schedule for his hesitation to jump into the “Presidential contest pool,” while eager supporters encourage him to “come on in!” Cartoonist Clifford Berryman was correct in his prediction: Ford chose not to pursue the Presidency.
This primary source comes from the Records of the U.S. Senate.
National Archives Identifier: 1693425
Full Citation: Yes, We Have No Ambitions Today!; 7/1/1928; Records of the U.S. Senate, Record Group 46. [Online Version, https://docsteach.org/documents/document/yes-we-have-no-ambitions-today, March 20, 2025]Rights: Public Domain, Free of Known Copyright Restrictions. Learn more on our privacy and legal page.