Campaign of
Hubert H. Humphrey Jr.
(American, 1911 – 1978)
Artist/Maker
N. G. Slater Corporation
(founded 1936)
Pin-back button
1968
Place madeNew York, New York, United States, North America
Metal
Overall: 1 1/8 in. ( 2.9 cm )
Gift of Frederick Michel
2003.47.16
Vice-President Hubert H. Humphrey was one of the Democratic nominees in 1968 after President Lyndon B. Johnson turned down the nomination for re-election. Humphrey lost the general election to Richard M. Nixon.
DescriptionRed, white and blue pin-backed campaign button with picture of Humphrey and words "Humphrey / our next President" in white letters on red and blue backgroundsClassificationsLAPEL DEVICES (PIN-BACK BUTTONS & BADGES)
