Michael Dukakis
Michael Dukakis is a former governor of Massachusetts who gained national prominence as the Democratic presidential nominee in 1988. Known for his strong stances on social issues and public service, Dukakis's campaign faced significant challenges, particularly during the debates. His wife, Kitty Dukakis, was a key supporter throughout his political career, and they shared a notable partnership. After his presidential run, Dukakis continued to engage in public policy and education, advocating for various progressive causes.
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Michael Dukakis was the eventual Democratic nominee who faced Jesse Jackson in the 1988 election.
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Guyana· 2026-02-19
Michael Dukakis was the Democratic nominee in 1988, for whom Jesse Jackson became a key surrogate.
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Australia· 2026-02-18
Michael Dukakis was another opponent of Jesse Jackson in the 1988 primaries.
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Italy· 2026-02-17
There was enormous truth in Mr. Jackson’s speech acknowledging Michael Dukakis’s claim to the 1988 Democratic presidential nomination.
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Canada· 2026-02-17
Jackson was back on the convention stage after coming in second to nominee Michael Dukakis.
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Kenya· 2026-02-17
Michael Dukakis is referenced as a technocratic neo-liberal who lost the 1988 presidential election.
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United States· 2025-10-05
Michael Dukakis was the Democratic presidential nominee for whom Robert B. Barnett played the role of George H.W. Bush.
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Michael Dukakis was the longest-serving governor of Massachusetts and a key figure in the political landscape that Nick Mitropoulos influenced.
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Greece· 2025-09-14
Michael Dukakis was the Democratic candidate for the presidency of the United States.
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Michael Dukakis was the Governor of Massachusetts and the presidential candidate for whom Nick Mitropoulos served as a key advisor.
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In 1983, then-Gov. Michael Dukakis signed what remains the nation’s only statewide right-to-shelter law, which set in motion the conditions for such a migrant housing crisis.
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Nick Patsaouras was politically engaged and supported Michael Dukakis.
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Michael Dukakis is mentioned as a notable personality served by Dimitris Kalaitzidakis.
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Michael Dukakis was defeated by George H.W. Bush in the 1988 presidential election.
Opinion | How Four Democrats Who Saved the Party Before Would Do It AgainUnited States· 2025-04-25
Massachusetts Democrat Governor Michael Dukakis' Willie Horton furlough derailed his 1988 presidential campaign.
I spent 36 years in prison for a crime I didn’t do. Trump is right on pardonsUnited States· 2025-04-03
Michael Dukakis was the governor of Massachusetts and the 1988 Democratic presidential nominee.
Kitty Dukakis, former Massachusetts first lady and mental health advocate, diesUnited States· 2025-03-22
