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The Harold Washington Party (HWP) was created and incorporated in Illinois as a Chicago political party in 1989. The impetus for its formation was the passing of its namesake, the mayor who had recently died in office. Harold Washington was Chicago’s first Black mayor. A Democratic former lawyer and congressman, Washington won two terms in mayoral office but died just seven months into his second term. The HWP focused on mobilizing Black voters who were disappointed with the mainline Democratic Party and a noted lack of dedication in the party to addressing issues facing Black Americans.

The party nominated Timothy Evans for the 1989 special election for mayor, who received 41% of the vote; they also slated candidates for other positions throughout Cook County. In 1990, a court decision eliminated HWP nominees from ballot access after criticism that votes were being diverted from the Democratic Party. Journalistic reports state that this led to an increase in support for Democratic Party candidates.

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Golden Gate International Exposition was held at Treasure Island—a man-made island created for the fair—in San Francisco from February 18-October 29, 1939, and again from May 25-September 29, 1940. The event, dubbed “Pageant of the Pacific,” showcased achievements in art, architecture, agriculture, culture, and industry in partnership with other Pacific nations, ultimately attracted 17,000,000 million visitors. Despite attendance numbers, the Exposition was considered a monetary failure and temporarily closed, eventually reopening seven months later. 

Chrysler Motors, formally Chrysler Corporation and currently known as Stellantis North America, was founded in 1925 by Walter Chrysler. It is one of the three leading competitors in the early automotive industry in the United States, along with Ford and General Motors. Chrysler Motors was an exhibitor at the 1939 Golden Gate International Exposition, showcasing their automotive advancements as part of the celebration of the Western United States' industrial advancements. Chrysler Motors went on to create and sell affordable cars and auto parts for decades. In 2009, the company filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy after a merge with Fiat. In 2021, Fiat Chrysler Automobiles US once again made another historical change within its company's history by merging with Stellantis North America.

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Mount Rainier National Park is in western Washington state and hosts the most prominent peak in the Cascade Mountain Range. It was established in 1899 and is the fifth park in the United States national park system. The Stratovolcano mountain has a summit of 14,410 feet and is surrounded by valleys, waterfalls, forests, meadows, and 280 species of wildlife. Mount Rainier has 28 named glaciers and many unnamed snowfields. 

Rainier is a popular site for skiing and snowshoeing in the winter. In February of 1922, the first winter ascent of the mountain was completed and filmed. In the warmer seasons, hiking and climbing are frequent activities. In the late summer, wildflowers heavily decorate the scenery. The park sees approximately 1.4 million visitors per year. Its visitor centers are called Sunrise, Paradise Jackson, and Ohanapecosh. Paradise is the most visited section, offering exhibits, ranger programs, films, and an historic inn. 

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One of the many items produced during the counterculture movement of the 1960s, this humorous, pro-sex, anti-government button seemingly pokes fun at the idiom “as American as apple pie”. Follow patriotic ideals, it espouses, and you’ll wind up sterile - both physically and mentally. This button, among other materials such as bumper stickers, banners, and leaflets created by radicals of the era, was of great concern to conservatives, who felt they undermined their own values.

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One of the many items produced during the counterculture movement of the 1960s, this humorous, self-referential button appears to be capitalizing on the “button craze” of the time. Like others of its kind, it was of great concern to conservatives, who felt they undermined their own values.

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Released in September of 1979, A Different Kind of Tension was the third studio album from English punk band, Buzzcocks. It received mixed reviews, and the singles released from it were not as successful as some of their previous hits such as Ever Fallen in Love and What Do I Get?. After the release of this album, the original members went on to work on different projects, though iterations of the band formed and reformed continually. Buzzcocks are still performing and are touring as of 2024. Cofounder Pete Shelley had a solo career, while Howard Devoto formed the post-punk band Magazine.

Curious about the band’s name? “Cock” was used to mean young person in 1970s Manchester slang and a television show airing at the time, Rock Follies, used it in some of their catchphrases as in: “That’s the buzz, cocks” and “Give me a buzz, cock!”

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Sarah Bernhardt (1844-1923) was a French actress and artist, working primarily in the late 19th to early 20th century. Bernhardt was an accomplished stage actress with a career spanning over 60 years during which she led an international theater company and starred in both female and male roles. She expanded her career by becoming a well renowned sculpture artist, exhibiting work at the Paris Salon for years. A devoted artist and supporter, she specialized in sculptural works with a focus on marble busts, as well as costume and set design. 

In 1894, Bernhardt hired Alphonse Mucha, a leading figure of the Art Nouveau movement, to design her theater posters. She is often portrayed in Mucha’s work wearing floral headpieces and patterned drapery. Due to their collaboration, she is identified as a key symbolic figure and in the Art Nouveau movement. Towards the end of her career she began starring in silent films, such as La voyante and Adrienne Lecouvreur, becoming a pioneer in early cinematic history.

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Pikes Peak Mountain is located in Colorado Springs, Colorado. The summit is over 14,000 feet, offering a beloved view for visitors who drive, hike, or take a shuttle to the top. The Pikes Peak Highway is a 19-mile scenic route designed to showcase the view of the mountains and valleys to drivers and shuttle passengers. The hike is a 13.5-mile steep climb with a gain of approximately 7,400 feet in elevation. Barr Trail is the only hiking route that leads to the summit. It features Barr Camp along the way, where hikers can stay overnight and receive meals. Since 2021, the Pikes Peak Summit Visitor Center has provided exhibits, a gift shop, and dining areas where customers can purchase a Pikes Peak donut. 

Pikes Peak was named after Lieutenant Zebulon Montgomery Pike, who first attempted to climb the mountain in 1806. In 1820, Dr. Edwin James completed the first recorded summit. The names Pikes Peak and James Peak were both utilized for almost forty years before the current name was solidified in maps during the Gold Rush. For emigrants moving west during the Colorado Gold Rush of 1858-59, the phrase "Pikes Peak or Bust" was used, recognizing the prominence of the mountain in the horizon they were moving towards.

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North Babylon High School is located in North Babylon, New York, less than 50 miles east of New York City. The area is known for containing many large estates owned by wealthy and notable residents. North Babylon's first schoolhouse was a log cabin established in 1810; as of 2024, the school has an enrollment of approximately 1,500 students. As seen on this button, the district's mascot is a bulldog and the colors are blue and white. The school district's mission is to help students "learn while building their character, fostering their creativity and teaching them to be thoughtful and productive citizens of this diverse and democratic nation."

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