William Howard Taft Campaign Pin, 1908
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Artifact Overview
William Howard Taft was President Theodore Roosevelt's hand-picked successor for the 1908 presidential election--as implied by the open-armed Teddy Bear on this campaign pin. Although Roosevelt's backing helped Taft win the election, Taft became increasingly conservative and lacked Roosevelt's energy, personal magnetism, and public support. Roosevelt's disenchantment with Taft encouraged him to oppose him in the 1912 election.
Artifact Details
Artifact
Lapel pin
Date Made
1908
Place of Creation
Location
Not on exhibit to the public.
Object ID
72.31.318
Credit
From the Collections of The Henry Ford.
Material
Brass (Alloy)
Cardboard
Color
Gold (Color)
Dimensions
Height: 2.75 in
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SetPolitical Jewelry: Beyond the Campaign Button
- 20 Artifacts
Political jewelry goes beyond ordinary campaign buttons to express a fashion sensibility and make a statement. During an election, what voters pin to their lapels or place on their bodies tells people what they believe and whose side they are on. Every four years, supporters donning political jewelry make their presidential preferences known.