Michael Kelly Political Campaign Ephemera Collection, 1896 - 2008. Presidential Nominees Files, 1948 - 2008

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Michael Kelly Political Campaign Ephemera Collection, 1896 - 2008. Presidential Nominees Files, 1948 - 2008

1948-2008

This series contains correspondence, bumper stickers, political posters, pamphlets, matchbooks, newsletters, political party platforms, sheet music, political cartoons, form letters, clippings, and periodicals related to nominees for the Democratic and Republican Party in presidential elections from 1896 to 2008. The series is strongest on the years 1960 to 2000. Areas of particular strength include material on candidates Barry Goldwater, Hubert Humphrey, Adlai Stevenson, Michael Dukakis, Bob Dole, and John McCain. Also documented are the issues and tactics presidential nominees used during the 1952, 1956, 1964, 1968, 1988, and 1996 general elections.

2 linear feet, 2 linear inches

eng, Latn

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SNAC Resource ID: 11630456

Gerald R. Ford Library

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