Go / Lusk / Governor
Date1966
Mediummetal
Dimensions1/8 × 1 in. (0.3 × 2.5 cm)
ClassificationsDocumentary Artifact
Credit LineAlbuquerque Museum, gift of David H. Kelsey
Object numberPC2006.13.152
DescriptionThis election pin is a circular button with a blue background and a central white banner. On the blue background, the words "GO" and "GOVERNOR" are above and below the white banner respectively, and "LUSK" is in red text over the banner. This pin references Democratic candidate Gene Lusk (June 4, 1920 - February 14, 1969) who was a Democrat who was elected to the Senate in 1953. This pin was part of his campaign when he unsuccessfully ran for Governor of New Mexico in 1966. Political memorabilia such as this pin encouraged voter participation.On View
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