Budget-Dukakis, Mike (Michael Stanley)-[Democratic], 1988

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Identifier: P-1028-41731

Of all the presidential candidates, only one has ever balanced a budget nine times. Only one has created new jobs, 400,000 jobs. Only one has actually cut taxes five times. Only one has tackled a huge deficit and a recession and created prosperity. Only one is a chief executive. He doesn't just vote for a stronger economy. He knows how to build one. Mike Dukakis.

Scope and Contents

In this 1988 political advertisement, Democratic candidate Dukakis, Michael Stanley (Mike), is presented as a proficient budget balancer, job creator, tax cutter, and economic problem solver. The ad positions him as the only candidate with chief executive experience capable of building a strong economy. It features crowd scenes, supportive text, and images of Dukakis.