Duke 1-Dukakis, Mike (Michael Stanley)-[Democratic], 1988
Scope and Contents
In this 1988 political advertisement, Agent: Dukakis, Michael Stanley (Mike) critically questions George Bush’s contributions to Texas during his vice presidency. The advertisement repeatedly asks viewers to name one beneficial action Bush took for Texas, arguing that his lack of accomplishments led him to distort Dukakis’ record. Various timers visually reinforce this challenge throughout the advertisement.
Dates
- Broadcast: 1988
Creator
- Mike (Michael Stanley) (Person)
- Raymond D. Strother, Ltd. (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
George Bush has spent eight years in the nation's second most powerful job. He says he's a Texan. But can you name one thing that he's done for Texas? Just one thing. Now take your time. Can't do it, can you? So now you understand why George Bush is distorting Mike Dukakis' record. He doesn't want you to think about what he hasn't done for Texas.
Repository Details
Part of the Carl Albert Center Congressional and Political Collections Repository