Yes, we can -. sell it Nov 17, 2008
Some journalists covering the campaign have struck deals for books about Obama, including Newsweek magazine White House correspondent Richard Wolffe and Time magazine senior political analyst Mark Halperin, and more are expected. PublicAffairs, a New York publishing house that focuses on political books, will release A Long Time Coming: The Historic, Combative, Expensive and Inspiring 2008 Election and the Victory of Barack Obama, by Evan Thomas and the staff of Newsweek, and reprint a paperback... (Corvallis Gazette Times, OR)
History now, hard cash later: Demand for election memorabilia high Nov 7, 2008
" Because of popular demand, The Clarion-Ledger printed 4,000 extra copies on Wednesday, then printed another 10,000 on Thursday morning that were available in the front lobby and select metro-area locations. When those sold out, the newspaper printed 25,000 more. Some said they'll frame them, while others will put them in scrapbooks. Either way, they'll become historic mementos that help tell America's story, and experts say it's a good idea to hang onto campaign signs, pins and other political... (The Clarion-Ledger)
Mad Men, Mad Women Nov 4, 2008
if I see one more political ad I am going to scream. It is bad enough McCain and Obama are going to be interviewed again on Monday Night Football of all places. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Living)
Campaign memorabilia on display at Pump House Sep 24, 2008
As a Logan High School student, Brent Larson started collecting political buttons and memorabilia while campaigning for Lyndon B. Johnson in 1964 ... Larson, who has taught social studies at Central High School and Lincoln Middle School, has kept on collecting for 45 years and now has thousands of political campaign buttons, signs, posters and other items ... I love collecting anything from a political campaign, and I started to think, Why shouldn t people see this stuff. (La Crosse Tribune, WI)
Hot-button political issues Sep 5, 2008
Steve Arseneau, director of The Museum at Southwestern Michigan College, has been collecting political memorabilia for about 10 years ... "I remember Nixon resigning. One memory coming back to me lately is walking around the Mall where vendors sell stuff. One guy had Jimmy Carter peanut banks my brother and I wanted. Our dad missed the exit despite all of our pleading. We never got one. Later in life, the political leanings of my father became more apparent." ... Arseneau proved his disregard... (Dowagiac News, MI)
Minnesotans Turn On the Midwestern Charm Sep 1, 2008
Exhibits include an ode to the Minnesota State Fair, a 154-year statewide tradition, and, for political junkies visiting the state, replicas of Air Force One and Oval Office ... A required campaign stop for any political candidate in the state, the fair will attract Sen ... The library invited political analysts Susan Estrich and Mark Halperin of Time magazine to serve as keynote speakers and stocked up on relevant books like Primary Colors and, in a nod to the state s late Sen. (Roll Call)
Richard M. Nixon 1960 Campaign Coll... Aug 28, 2008
Richard M. Nixon 1960 Campaign Collectibles: Political Memorabilia: Pins, Buttons, Autographs, Magazines ... Political Memorabilia: Pins, Buttons, Autographs, Magazines ... Both campaigns generated a number of artifacts, with Nixon/Lodge material grabbing the political spotlight here. (Suite101.com)
Presidential election memorabilia is already showing up in antique stores Aug 17, 2008
La Crosse is not a hotbed for political memorabilia, said Jack Starr, who sells presidential campaign buttons and other items at the Antique Center of La Crosse at 110 S. Third St. He sells more presidential campaign buttons at the one or two collectors shows he attends each year than he does at the antiques store ... He bought lots of Obama, McCain and Hillary Clinton buttons for resale at the American Political Items Collectors show earlier this month in Las Vegas ... The most expensive... (La Crosse Tribune, WI)
Miller Shows Some Spirit Jul 28, 2008
Audience questioned both the religious and political overtones of the story ... "Is the fact that it's a monarchy meant to be omnious?" one audience member asked, admitting, "it made me feel a little uncomfortable." But the panel refrained from drawing comparisons between the political structure of "Kings" and the current American government, preferring to point toward the parallel between the power held by corporate CEOs. (Variety)
Jordan Wright, 50; collected political trinkets Jun 6, 2008
Mr. Wright, a lawyer, businessman, and publisher, died just as his political treasure chest was getting wider notice ... He hounded antiques stores and auctions, befriended politicians, and enlisted an army of friends to pursue political paraphernalia. (Boston Globe)
Hopewell Museum is featuring images of itself Aug 17, 2007
Political campaign and reunion pins and buttons also are on display for all to see. Other exhibits include Colonial and Victorian parlors, antique china and glass and early kitchen utensils. (South Brunswick Post, NJ)
Celebrity Shopping Spree in Shelburne May 22, 2007
Jetsetter Bianca Jagger, the ex-wife of rocker Mick Jagger, bought political buttons and books. She's a self-described humanitarian. (WCAX.com, VT)
