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I'm For / E.S. Johnny Walker
I'm For / E.S. Johnny Walker
I'm For / E.S. Johnny Walker

I'm For / E.S. Johnny Walker

Date1964
Mediummetal
Dimensions1/4 × 1 1/4 in. (0.6 × 3.2 cm)
ClassificationsDocumentary Artifact
Credit LineAlbuquerque Museum, gift of David H. Kelsey
Object numberPC2006.13.156
DescriptionThis circular campaign pin has a yellow background with a central portrait and text around the curved edge reading "I'M FOR / E.S. JOHNNY WALKER" in black and white. E. S. Johnny Walker (June 18, 1911 - October 8, 2000) was a politician in the House of Representatives who was also elected commissioner of public lands twice. The subject of this pin, in 1964, he won election to the United States House of Representatives and remained there until 1968. This pin represents an important piece of political memorabilia, reflecting aspirations and the broader support for his leadership within New Mexico and beyond.
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