Labour's John A. Lee, seen here at the microphone during the 1938 campaign, was among the first politicians to exploit the huge potential of radio broadcasting as an electioneering medium.

Alexander Turnbull Library, Wellington, New Zealand
Reference: F-49223-1/2

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