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1988 - U.S. House of Representatives - Peter Franchot - "Harry", 1988-01-01 - 1988-12-31

 Item — Box: Coldstorage 1: Series PCC-KANTER-HOR; Series PCC-KANTER-ATTORNEYGEN; Series PCC-KANTER-BALLOT-CAMPAIGN; Series PCC-KANTER-CITY/COUNTY; Series PCC-KANTER-EDUCATION; Series PCC-KANTER-CITY/COUNTY
Identifier: P-1075-44733
1988 - U.S. House of Representatives - Peter Franchot - "Harry", 1988-01-01 - 1988-12-31
1988 - U.S. House of Representatives - Peter Franchot - "Harry", 1988-01-01 - 1988-12-31

Scope and Contents

The 1988 political TV ad for Democratic Party candidate Peter Franchot utilizes historical footage of President Harry Truman. The ad highlights Truman's forthright and assertive communication style, showing him addressing opponents and Congress, emphasizing his commitment to truth-telling in politics, even when perceived as harsh or critical. The ad connects Franchot's campaign to Truman's legacy of candid and direct political discourse.

Dates

  • Creation: 1988-01-01 - 1988-12-31

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From the Collection: Hold