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Vice President George H.W. Bush and Governor Michael Dukakis (D-MA) met at the University of California, Los Angeles, for the second of two debates prior to the 1988 presidential election.…

Governor Dukakis delivered his acceptance speech as the Democratic presidential nominee. Prior to the speech is a brief video of his life and career, after which he is introduced by his…

Garrison Nelson talked about his book John William McCormack: A Political Biography, in which he recalls the life of John William McCormack, who served in the House of Representatives for…

Governor Michael Dukakis (D-MA) answered questions posed by the board of Knight-Ridder Newspapers about his campaign, his role as front-runner, and Democratic party challenges at the…

Governor and presidential candidate Michael Dukakis (D-MA) talked to his supporters at a reception in Davenport, Iowa.

1988mPresidential candidate Michael Dukakis participated in a meet-and-greet with supporters and voters at the Cedar Rapids, Iowa, farmers market.

Democratic candidates participated in a debate at the 1987 Iowa State Fair for the Democratic presidential nomination for the 1988 campaign.

Democratic presidential candidate Michael Dukakis conceded the presidential election, wishing President Elect George H.W. Bush well, and pledging his support to the new administration. Mr.…

John and Abigail Adams kept a written correspondence throughout their relationship that contained a commentary on the political landscape of the newly formed country. My Dearest Friend: Letters…

Former Massachusetts Governor Michael Dukakis, 1988 Democratic nominee for president and a native son of Massachusetts, shared his thoughts on the “master politician,” Calvin Coolidge of Vermont. He…

1988 Democratic party presidential nominee Michael Dukakis, former ABC anchor Charles Gibson, political operatives, and a new media specialist spoke about the first 1960 presidential debate…

Former President Clinton gave a keynote speech at the centennial meeting of the National Governors Association. In his remarks he talked about the NGA efforts over the past several years in the areas of…

Former Governor Michael Dukakis talked about his upbringing, his heritage, and his views on politics. He also reflected on the current political scene. Mr. Dukakis was interviewed on stage for…

Panelists discussed the upcoming presidential election. They emphasized Democratic candidate John Kerry and also spoke about campaign financing. Following their remarks, panelists responded…

Members of the Amtrak Supervisory Board talked with reporters about their meeting with President Bill Clinton about increasing rail passenger service.

The Senate Commerce Committee heard testimony from Former Massachusetts Governor Michael Dukakis (Democrat), Consumer Advocate Ralph Nader, and a representative of the American Bar…

The Senate Commerce Committee considered the Auto Choice Reform Act which would allow individuals to purchase either no fault coverage or a traditional liability policy. It was stated that…

Mr. Dukakis talked about the impact United States foreign policy has on ethnic Americans. Following his presentation, Mr. Dukakis answered questions from the audience.

Tony Snow of Fox News Sunday moderated a discussion among journalists Tom Brokaw, Cissy Baker, Robert Bartley and Howard Rosenberg as well as two former presidential candidates, Alan Keyes…

Vice President George H.W. Bush and Governor Michael Dukakis (D-MA) met at Wake Forest University for the first of two debates prior to the 1988 presidential election. The debate was…