Barack Obama Campaign Button, 2008
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In 2008, Democrat Barack Obama ran against Republican John McCain for the presidency of the United States. The Obama campaign used "Yes We Can" as their optimistic rallying cry. The slogan was plastered on a wide array of campaign materials. "Yes We Can" reflected the themes of "Hope" and "Change" that brought about the election of America's first African American president.
In 2008, Democrat Barack Obama ran against Republican John McCain for the presidency of the United States. The Obama campaign used "Yes We Can" as their optimistic rallying cry. The slogan was plastered on a wide array of campaign materials. "Yes We Can" reflected the themes of "Hope" and "Change" that brought about the election of America's first African American president.
Artifact
Button (Information artifact)
Date Made
2008
Subject Date
2008
Creators
Unknown
Keywords
Collection Title
Location
Not on exhibit to the public.
Object ID
2008.136.3
Credit
From the Collections of The Henry Ford. Gift of Matthew R. Galvan.
Material
Metal
Paper (Fiber product)
Plastic
Color
Blue
Gray (Color)
Red
White (Color)
Dimensions
Diameter: 2.25 in
Inscriptions
On front: YES,/ WE CAN!
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