Which political party mascot was originally created as a negative caricature by opponents but was later embraced and transformed into a positive symbol by the party itself?

Political parties and government campaigns have long used mascots and symbols to represent their values and connect with voters. These brand mascots have evolved significantly over time, reflecting changing political climates and marketing strategies. Test your knowledge about the transformation of political party mascots and symbols that have shaped campaign branding throughout history. Can you identify which famous political mascot underwent this surprising transformation?

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The Democratic Donkey, first drawn as a criticism by cartoonist Thomas Nast in the 1870s
The Republican Elephant, initially designed as propaganda by rival newspapers in the 1890s
The British Conservative Party's Oak Tree logo, first used mockingly by Labour supporters in the 1950s
The Canadian Liberal Party's Maple Leaf, originally a satirical image in Quebec newspapers in the 1920s