Museum Collections
Luce Center
Political button
Object Number:
2008.39.18
Medium:
Metal and plastic
Dimensions:
Overall: 1 1/2 in. (3.8 cm)
Description:
"Oh Mercy!/Do We Need/Percy," red on yellow
Gallery Label:
Probably refers to Percy E. Sutton (1920-), Harlem political leader, civil rights activist and lawyer who served as Borough President on Manhattan, 1966-1977. In 1977 he was defeated by Ed Koch in the race for Democratic nomination for Mayor.
Credit Line:
Gift of Roberta Gratz
Due to ongoing research, information about this object is subject to change.