Which statement best describes the idea that Nast is trying to express in the political cartoon to the right? Tammany Hall keeps the people happy by offering them thrilling entertainment. Boss Tweed rules the city by rule of law and by the votes cast by the people. Tammany Hall has broken the law, misused votes, and caused great harm to the republic through political corruption. Only the powerful Tammany Tiger can protect the people of New York City from the federal government.