Re-elect / Chavez / 7 / Senator
Date1957
Mediummetal
Dimensions1/4 × 7/8 in. (0.6 × 2.2 cm)
ClassificationsDocumentary Artifact
Credit LineAlbuquerque Museum, gift of David H. Kelsey
Object numberPC2006.13.178
DescriptionThis circular campaign pin has a light blue background and the words "RE-ELECT" and "SENATOR" curves over the top and bottom of the pin in white. There is a large number 7 in the middle of the pin and the word "CHAVEZ" is stamped across the center in red with black outlining. Dionisio "Dennis" Chávez (April 8, 1888 – November 18, 1962) served in the United States House of Representatives from 1931 to 1935, and in the United States Senate from 1935 to 1962. He was the first Hispanic person elected to a full term in the US Senate and this political pin was for his re-election at the end of 1957 which led to his final term beginning in January 1958. This pin represents an important piece of political memorabilia, reflecting aspirations and the broader support for his leadership within New Mexico and beyond.On View
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