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These illustrations depict Dan Walker, an Illinois governor, and Bob McGaw, a Democratic mayor and were created for a Governor’s Golf Play Day in Rockford, Illinois. Dan Walker was the 36th governer of Illinois, and served just one term from 1973-1977. After losing is primary reelection bid to a democrat backed by Richard M. Daley, he turned his focus to business endeavors. In 1987, Walker was charged with federal bank fraud based on loans he took out to support his businesses. Bob McGaw was Rockford, IL's first Democratic mayor, elected in April, 1973. He focused on building and improving public works projects and reducing Rockford’s financial burden.

During the March, 1976 gubernatorial primary elections (which Walker lost), McGaw supported Governor Dan Walker, despite the fact that many of the "Chicago Machine" democrats—led by then-Chicago mayor Richard Daley—supported Walker's opponent. McGaw's support for Walker stemmed from the fact that Walker is said to have “discovered” Rockford, politically. McGaw states that before Walker’s term as governor, the city of Rockford felt politically isolated from Springfield and lacked communication with the state capital.

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Adlai Stevenson III was an Illinois Democratic Senator from 1970-1981. After assuming office in 1970, due to the death of Everett Dirksen, Stevenson had to win a special election to fill Dirksen’s incomplete term. He then ran again in 1974 to secure the Illinois seat for Senator. 

Before becoming a U.S. Senator, Stevenson also served as the 63rd Treasurer of Illinois and was a Captain in the United States Marine Corps during the Korean War. The Stevenson family had significant political ties with his Great-Grandfather Adlai I having served as Grover Cleveland’s Vice President and his Father Adlai II having served as Governor of Illinois and U.S. ambassador to the United Nations. 

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In November 1995, the surviving members of the Beatles released a project known as the The Beatles Anthology containing a TV documentary, a book detailing the history of the band, and a three volume set of double-sided albums. To promote the event memorabilia was distributed to many retailers in the form of posters, buttons, clothing, etc. This memorabilia displayed lyrics to hit songs, such as Your Mother Should Know, released by the iconic band. 

Photo: https://www.ebay.com/itm/The-Beatles-Anthology-Promotional-Buttons-Set-Of-2-1995-NEW-/192427314584

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 Released on November 7, 1981, Diary of a Madman is the second solo album to come from Ozzy Osbourne upon being firing from the hit band, Black Sabbath in 1979. For the album, Osbourne performed with artists, Bob Daisley, Lee Kerslake, and Randy Rhoads, all of whom worked with Osbourne on his debut solo album, Blizzard of Ozz. As was the case with other music to come from Ozzy Osbourne, the album was largely heavy metal. The album was an instant success upon its release, first going platinum on May 10, 1982 and eventually going triple platinum on October 26, 1994. Since the albums release, Ozzy Osbourne has continued his success as a musician, with his longevity earning him the title of "Godfather of Heavy Metal."​

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After serving a a first term, incumbent President Ronald Reagan and Vice President H.W. Bush sought reelection in 1984, running against Democratic nominees Walter Mondale and Geraldine Ferraro. Reagan and Bush easily received the official party nomination, as their first term was considered a success in terms of economic growth and national prestige. They went on to sweep the election, receiving 525 electoral votes, the most any presidential candidate has ever received. 

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Ronald Reagan ran his Presidential campaign along with his nominee George Bush for Vice President in 1980. Reagan was a Hollywood actor who served as Governor of California prior to his election as President. The 1980 campaign between Reagan and incumbent President Jimmy Carter was conducted amid domestic concerns and the ongoing Iran Hostage Crisis. The Iran Hostage Crisis lasted 444 days where 52 American citizens and diplomats were held as collateral for negotiations between Iran and the United States. Once Reagan was elected, he was able to reach an end to the event in 1981, although the negotiations and resolution contained an exchange of arms that is controversial to this day.

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Dwight D. Eisenhower was the 34th president, serving from 1953-1961. Before his election he was a soldier in WWI and a General, leading forces in WWII. He used his reputation of military strength during his presidency to secure a truce between the US and Korea, ending the Korean War in 1953. Eisenhower also eased tensions in the Cold War between the US and the Soviet Union. He was first elected in 1952 and won reelection in 1956, both victories were against Democratic candidate Adlai Stevenson II.

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In his address at the 1987 Annual Convention of Kiwanis International, President Ronald Reagan discussed among numerous topics the issue of tax hikes. During his speech, President Reagan famously noted that:

"From now till the day I leave office, I won't hesitate for one moment to use my veto power. And if a tax hike makes it to my desk, I'll veto it in less time than it takes Vanna White to turn the letters V-E-T-O."

The comment is in reference to Vanna White, a television personality who is best known as the hostess of the popular game show, Wheel of Fortune. The show involves contestants solving word puzzles to win money and other prizes as determined by spinning a giant wheel. White has continued in her role on the show alongside the shows host, Pat Sajak

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Edmund Muskie was an American politician who served as the 58th United States Secretary of State, a Senator on behalf of Maine, the 64th Governor of Maine, a member of the Maine House of Representatives, and as the Democratic Vice Presidential candidate in the 1968 election. This button was likely created in support of his campaign for the Vice Presidency. 

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