David L. Garth Collection

Collection

Identifier: CAC-PP-2023-1

Staff Only

Content Description

The David L. Garth Collection contains mixed media formats including audio and video of political commercials, interviews, and oral histories. The Collection contains 7 boxes.

Dates

Creation: 1980 - 2001

Restricted Use

The archival materials provided herein are subject to restricted rights, and their use is strictly limited to non-commercial purposes only.

This means that you are allowed to access and use these materials solely for personal, educational, or research purposes that do not involve any commercial or profit-making activities. Any reproduction, distribution, public display, or commercial exploitation of these materials is expressly prohibited without the explicit permission of the Center.

Biographical

David L. Garth was a highly influential and sought-after political adviser known for his expertise in utilizing TV ads and campaign strategies. Over the course of five decades in the political arena, he made a significant impact, particularly in New York, where he established a successful consulting agency. Garth was primarily associated with the Democratic party but produced ads across party lines when he identified promising candidates. His successful efforts played a crucial role in securing the election victories of various New York City mayors, leaving a lasting legacy as a kingmaker in the world of American politics.

Additional information about David L. Garth: The New York Times created an article about David L. Garth, "David Garth, 84, Dies; Conultant Was an Innovator of Political TV Ads" located at https://www.nytimes.com/2014/12/16/nyregion/david-garth-pioneer-of-the-political-ad-dies-at-84.html