Bio :30-Dukakis, Mike (Michael Stanley)-[Democratic], 1988

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Identifier: P-78-971

His fellow governors voted him the most effective governor in America. The son of Greek immigrants, he served his country in Korea, and inspired by John Kennedy, he chose public service. In nine years as governor of Massachusetts, he wiped out huge budget deficits, cut taxes, fought corruption, helped 40,000 welfare mothers find jobs, and led an economic turnaround they call a miracle. Mike Dukakis, a president for the 90s.

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In this 1988 political advertisement, Dukakis, Michael Stanley (Mike), is promoted for the presidency, with emphasis on his Greek heritage, military service, and his effective tenure as governor of Massachusetts, during which he fought corruption, created jobs, and led an economic turnaround. The advertisement also includes scenes from his campaign and supporters in various settings.