New exhibit at Rice shows the history of presidential elections through buttons
As a young stockbroker in New York City during the 1960s, a chance encounter with a political canvasser changed Julius "Desey" Desenberg's life. The canvasser, working for a mayoral candidate, pinned ...
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Can political campaign button sales predict an election? These history buffs think so
The American Political Items Collectors gather in Canton annually. This year collectors weighted in on the upcoming election.
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Inside Rice University’s political campaign button collection, how tiny artifacts tell big stories of America’s past
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Wearing Harris or Trump merch to vote? Where political gear is not allowed at the polls
If you want to support a candidate, then double-check the rules. Some states don't allow campaign apparel at polling places when voting.
Why can’t you wear your political gear to the polls?
An outfit may not be the first thing most people think of before heading to the polls, but a misstep while dressing could ...
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Inside Rice University’s political campaign button collection of America’s past
These buttons are snapshots that bridge America’s political past to the present. They are small, but mighty symbols of campaigns that once rallied our nation.