Pin, Political

Object number2011.100.2

Datec. 1970

Mediumvarious metals; paper

Credit LineGift of Barbara Liberati

DescriptionRectangular pin, iron. Red and blue with white campaign message. Black board backing with pin in center.Dimensions2 x 3 in. (5.1 x 7.6 cm)
InscriptionsWhite text: "STAISEY FOERSTER / THE BUILDERS".
MarksMaker's logo printed in white on bottom edge.
Historical NotesStaisey-Foerster, "The Builders" pin. Tom Foerster and Leonard Staisey were local politicians (Democrats) who were frequent legislative partners. In the 1970s, they were the Allegheny County Commissioners (Staisey's years as CC 1968-1976, Foerster was CC into the 1980s) and created a legacy of development including the airport, social service networks, rapid transit systems, county parks and the Community College of Allegheny County. Foerster was also a crucial supporter of the development of the Senator John Heinz History Center from the Historical Society of Western Pennsylvania.

Related person Thomas J. Foerster (1927 - 2000)

Related person Leonard C. Staisey (1920 - 1990)

Related institution Community College of Allegheny County

Related institution Democratic Party

Related institution Senator John Heinz History Center

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