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Political Button
Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library
Political Button
Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library

Political Button

Artifact SeriesDomestic Gifts
Artifact IDDO.687557.3-4
Object Type Button, Political
Gifter
Intended Recipient (American, 1961)
Medium metal, plastic, paper, ink, textile, adhesive
DimensionsOverall H 1/4 in x Diam 2 1/4 in (0.6 cm x 5.7 cm )
Physical DescriptionTwo circular silver colored pinback "Bark the Vote" buttons depicting Schmitty the Weather Dog. A ring around the edge of the buttons says "Join the Party 2008"
Custodial History / ProvenanceThese items were gifts from a member of the general public to President Barack Obama during the Obama Administration. They were received through the Office of the President and maintained there until their transfer to the National Archives in January 2017 for deposit with the Obama Presidential Library.Additional Details
National Archives Catalog CollectionBarack Obama Artifact Collection (National Archives Identifier 63542091)
National Archives Catalog SeriesDomestic Gifts (National Archives Identifier 66540613)
Use Restriction StatusRestricted - Possibly
Use Restriction NoteCopyright or other proprietary rights may be held by individuals or entities other than the Barack Obama Presidential Library. The Barack Obama Presidential Library does not warrant that the use of materials will not infringe on the rights of third parties holding the rights to these works, or make any representations or warranties with respect to the application or terms of any international agreement, treaty, or protections that may apply. It is your responsibility to determine and satisfy any copyright or other use restrictions. Pertinent regulations can be found at 36 C.F.R 1254.62
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