Political Buttons

Political buttons were a cheap and easy way for people to make their feelings known about controversial issues and lapel buttons became a popular feminist "fashion statement".

They ranged from the classic women's liberation symbol on the left to much more elaborate creations.

Say it With Buttons by Jo Freeman An article from Ms. Magazine by a longtime feminist and button collector

Feminist Buttons: Gallery 1

Feminist Buttons: Gallery 2

Feminist Buttons: Gallery 3

Feminist Buttons: Gallery 4

Civil Rights Buttons: Gallery 5