Description: Michael Dukakis gives speech at UMass Amherst to mark opening of new polymer center. Stresses importance of research and development in science and engineering to support American economy. “Good jobs at good wages.” Enumerates his plan: 1) strong economic leadership 2) investing in good schools 3) commitment to civilian and military research 4) partnership of government, industry, unions, universities to move America forward.
Collection: Ten O'Clock News
Date Created: 08/30/1988
Description: Julius Lester, a black writer and activist, is controversial for his conversion to Judaism. He teaches Afro-American and Judaic studies at UMass Amherst.
Collection: Ten O'Clock News
Date Created: 06/15/1988