Bruce / King

Dateca. 1975

Mediummetal

Dimensions9/16 × 13/16 × 1/2 in. (1.5 × 2 × 1.3 cm)

ClassificationsDocumentary Artifact

Credit LineAlbuquerque Museum, gift of David H. Kelsey

Object numberPC2006.13.181

DescriptionThis rounded rectangular political campaign pin promotes politician Bruce King, featuring a yellow background and a design of a red blurred block leading to "BRUCE." It is followed below by "KING" in larger black text and both words are angled to the top right. The reverse of the pin is blank and features a clasp. This campaign pin supports his election run to successfully become Governor of New Mexico on one of his three terms as governor (1971–1975, 1979–1983, and 1991–1995). Bruce King, a prominent Democratic politician in New Mexico, was instrumental in modernizing the state’s infrastructure and improving public education. 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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