Description: Michael Dukakis and John Kerry with Dr. An Wang at Bunker Hill Community College computer training center, where Wang donated equipment. Wang endorses Dukakis for governor. Dukakis talks about imperative for computer literacy. Presents ‘Economic Prosperity and Jobs for Our People’ program to alleviate unemployment. Tries his hand at the computer and admits he is hapless.
Collection: Ten O'Clock News
Date Created: 10/25/1982
Description: Camera operator leaves camera rolling next to news van. Michael Dukakis in his office at the Kennedy School. B-roll of him working, making phone calls. Editor's note: Although there is accompanying audio for this video, it was recorded with the understanding that it would be used as silent b-roll. For that reason, the audio has been edited out of this version.
Collection: Ten O'Clock News
Date Created: 03/16/1981
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: Michael Dukakis delivers presidential campaign speech at Tufts University. Encourages improving science education and advancing technology, and making electronic products that compete in foreign markets. Recalls slim margin of victory for previous Massachusetts/Texas presidential ticket (JFK/LBJ). Repeats thematic campaign summary: “There are no shortcuts for making America #1. The best America doesn't hide, we compete. The best America doesn't waste, we invest. The best America doesn't leave any of its citizens behind, we bring everybody along. The best America is not behind us. The best America is yet to come.” Shakes hands with Jean Mayer.
Collection: Ten O'Clock News
Date Created: 10/11/1988
Description: At Roxbury Community College, Dukakis proposes Education Insurance Fund to help students repay loans; and Teaching Excellence Fund to offer scholarships and forgive loans for teacher training.
Collection: Ten O'Clock News
Date Created: 06/01/1988
Description: Michael Dukakis holds press conference on auto insurance reform. Sen. Linda Melconian, Rep. Frank Woodward, secretary of consumer affairs Paula Gold. Working on bill to create at least 5.5% savings for consumers. Also addresses state college tuition increases; delegate selection process; start of Secret Service protection.
Collection: Ten O'Clock News
Date Created: 05/10/1988
Description: Father Donald Monan introduces Michael Dukakis at Boston College to talk about higher education financing. Reps. Nicholas Paleologos and Charles Flaherty join him. Dukakis chats in Spanish with first graders from Hamilton School in Brighton. Announces College Opportunity Fund whereby families can purchase small denomination state bonds earmarked for tuition. Also talks about crisis in no-fault auto insurance, acknowledging need for rate reform and fraud prevention.
Collection: Ten O'Clock News
Date Created: 01/27/1988
Description: BEACON STREET EXTERIORS OF EMERSON COLLEGE, MAIN BUILDING, NEIGHBORHOOD ENVIRONS, SUMMER, FEW STUDENTS
Collection: Ten O'Clock News
Date Created: 08/14/1985
Description: Profile of college student Eleanor Yee, who as Umana High valedictorian received full scholarship to BU. She feels ill-prepared by Boston public schools and fears urban violence.
Collection: Ten O'Clock News
Date Created: 12/27/1990
Description: BUILDINGS AND GROUNDS OF FRAMINGHAM STATE COLLEGE
Collection: Ten O'Clock News
Date Created: 01/28/1986