Word: dukakises
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Dates: during 1980-1989
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Commenting on the bill's defeat, Dukakis said yesterday, "It's not an easy vote for members of the legislature to make, but if we were just elected to cast easy votes there would be no reason to send us up to Beacon Hill."
"Now's the time to do it," Dukakis said. "We all want to go home for Christmas and have a good Christmas with our families and make sure the citizens of this state enjoy their holiday. The next week is going to be crucial."
But House leaders were skeptical that compromise will be reached soon. Some said Dukakis should play a greater role in the process, but many other legislators argued that House should take the lead itself.
Dukakis and Keverian spoke over the weekend and said they plan to consult other officials this morning to effect a compromise.
Voke has insisted that Dukakis take the lead in working toward an agreement, saying legislative quarreling has created a "crisis of confidence."