Gift of Audrey D. Brett and M. Adler Dobkin, 1999.164.37 © 2014 The Connecticut Historical Soc ...

Political Buttons

Date1980

MediumPlastic, metal

DimensionsPrimary Dimensions (diameter): 1 1/4in. (3.2cm)

ClassificationsGovernment and Politics

Credit LineGift of Audrey D. Brett and M. Adler Dobkin

Object number1999.164.37

DescriptionRed, white, and blue campaign pin-back button. Top and bottom portion have the design of the American flag, while center portion is white. Printed across center in blue, "REAGAN". Printed across bottom edge of button, "PAID FOR BY CITIZENS FOR REAGAN, SEN. PAUL LAXALT, CHRM.".

NotesObject Note: This button is from the 1980 election of Ronald Reagan for President, winning the vote against Jimmy Carter.

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