The American Bystander
38% Approval Rating T-Shirt – Art by Bob Eckstein
38% Approval Rating T-Shirt – Art by Bob Eckstein
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A Modest Shirt for Immodest Numbers
There’s brave. There’s bold. And then there’s “38% Approval Rating” bold—the sort of delusion reserved for ex-presidents, narcissists, and men who bring up electoral college maps at weddings.
This satirical shirt features original design by Bob Eckstein—New Yorker cartoonist, bookstore evangelist, and purveyor of elite visual mischief. It captures that magical moment in American life when 38% somehow equaled “overwhelming support.”
Whether you’re navigating family holidays, riding out an awkward roommate situation, or simply enjoying a walk through the ruins of democracy, this 100% ring-spun cotton tee brings the right blend of comfort and contempt. Ethically made. Subversively soft.
Why You’ll Love It:
Designed by Bob Eckstein, cartoonist and expert in civil satire
100% ring-spun cotton and ethically sourced—no soul-selling required
Ribbed collar, seamless body, and no side seams (unlike Congress)
Unisex fit and multiple colors—because partisanship stops at the laundry bin
Product Details:
Material: 100% ethically sourced ring-spun cotton
Structure: Seamless body, ribbed collar, shoulder tape
Designed by Bob Eckstein exclusively for The American Bystander
Sizes: Unisex XS–5XL
Care Instructions:
Machine wash cold (max 30°C) with similar colors
Tumble dry low
Iron or steam on low heat
Do not bleach
Do not dry clean (we’ve already aired all the dirty laundry)
| XS | S | M | L | XL | 2XL | 3XL | 4XL | 5XL | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Width, in | 16.00 | 18.00 | 20.00 | 22.00 | 24.00 | 26.00 | 28.00 | 30.00 | 32.00 |
| Length, in | 27.00 | 28.00 | 29.00 | 30.00 | 31.00 | 32.00 | 33.00 | 34.00 | 35.00 |
| Sleeve length, in | 7.99 | 8.23 | 8.50 | 8.74 | 9.02 | 9.25 | 9.49 | 9.72 | 9.96 |
| Size tolerance, in | 1.50 | 1.50 | 1.50 | 1.50 | 1.50 | 1.50 | 1.50 | 1.50 | 1.50 |
