February 13, 2012
  • 10/13/08

    greenpoint

    By Lauren Johnston

    Discovered in Greenpoint: Blast-from-the-past campaign buttons

    Photo credit: Urbanite


    Robert Germino sells his political memorabilia at the corner of Bedford Ave. and N. 12th. St. in Williamsburg. Photo/Lauren Johnston.

    Yesterday we met Bob Germino. The 71-year-old retiree has lived in the Williamsburg-Greenpoint area all his life and has a love for local politics - and the paraphernalia that goes with it.

    In fact, in 1977, he ran for school board (District 14), and still keeps this campaign card in his wallet.

    These days you'll find Germino at the corner of Bedford Ave. and N. 12th. in Williamsburg selling bits and pieces from his personal collection, including old magazine ads, photographs, and best - this large selection of old campaign buttons (we picked up a "Bella Abzug for Mayor" for $3).

    He's also got "Ed Koch for Mayor," and "Re-elect Gerges" and "Stefanizzi in '82."

    Stop by his corner for these bits of New York's political history, but also for his stories of the hot campaigns of yesteryear. Definitely worth some weekend loitering

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