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A Multiplicity of George Washingtons

A Multiplicity of George Washingtons

The first century of presidential merchandise

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Oct 27, 2024
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This is the second of three posts about the material culture around American politics as we careen toward election day in the United States. Think of it as a little bit of counter-programming to the chaos and dread — and a reminder that American politics hasn’t always been this way.

This week: George Washington merch!

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