Barack Obama Campaign Button with Flashing Light, 2008
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Artifact Overview
Democrat presidential nominee, Senator Barack Obama, campaigned on themes of "Hope" and "Change." These positive messages spoke to an American public beset by years of conflict in Iraq and reeling from a recent financial crisis. These twin themes also reflected Americans' belief in an inclusive multicultural society. In November 2008, voters elected Obama -- the first African American president of the United States.
Artifact Details
Artifact
Button (Information artifact)
Date Made
2008
Subject Date
2008
Collection Title
Location
Not on exhibit to the public.
Object ID
2009.10.3
Credit
From the Collections of The Henry Ford. Gift of Frances K. Faile.
Material
Metal
Paper (Fiber product)
Plastic
Technique
Printing (Process)
Color
Blue
Red
White (Color)
Dimensions
Diameter: 2.25 in
Inscriptions
On front: OBAMA
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