Gorbachev-Haig, Alexander Meigs, Jr. (Al)-[Republican], 1988
Scope and Contents
In this 1988 political advertisement, Republican candidate Al Haig emphasizes the importance of strength, skill, and understanding in the next president, aiming to address a dangerous world and negotiate with the shrewd Soviet leader Mikhail Gorbachev. The advertisement underscores Haig’s presidential qualities in various settings, urging the audience to support him.
Dates
- Broadcast: 1988
Creator
- Alexander Meigs, Jr. (Al) (Person)
- RSM Media (Person)
Access Restrictions
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Full Extent
1 Items
Language of Materials
English
Physical Location
Burtonhall cold storage 1
Analog Format
3/4" videotape
Transcription
Should we applaud this man's reform program or remain skeptical of what lies behind it? Whatever the truth about Gorbachev, it's clear our next president will need uncommon strength, skill, and understanding to cope with a dangerous world. Gorbachev is the most clever Soviet leader since Lenin. And we must be equally skillful in protecting the American interest when we negotiate with him. Of all the presidential candidates, which do you want on our side of the table? The stakes couldn't be higher.
Repository Details
Part of the Carl Albert Center Congressional and Political Collections Repository