Lester Maddox Autographed Campaign Sign

Submitted by Dan: 1966 autographed "Maddox Country" campaign sign for former Georgia Governor Lester Maddox. Ga's most recognized political icon and the archetype of Ga's racist businessman, according to the media. He edged out 3rd place finisher, rival Jimmy Carter, in the Democratic Primary before the democratically controller Ga Legislataure gave him the nod over the Repubican nominee for Governor in 1966. He was called the bicycle riding backwoods backward yahoo who tacked up these exact signs in his gubernatorial bid. He always claimed that states rights not racism motivated his refusal to serve blacks @ his infamous Pickrick Restaurant in Atlanta where the axe handles that made him famous were given out. If you can help Dan please click on the comments button.