The Nation Magazine – The Nation 2010 Online Auction
Auction Ends: Dec 10, 2010 11:59 PM EST

Memorabilia

1924 campaign pin

Item Number
143
Sold
90 USD to midwayfarm
Number of Bids
8  -  Bid History

Item Description

This bronze, authentic campaign pin is from the 1924 presidential election. It features the progressive giant  Robert M. La Follette, and his running mate Burton K. Wheeler.  Running as an independent, La Follette captured 17% of the popular vote.

Item Special Note

Robert La Follette served represented Wisconsin in the House and as three term governor before he became senator in 1906.  His enduring legacies include the direct election of senators, child labor laws, environmental protections, and women's suffrage.  He led the opposition to US entry into World War I.

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