Word: dukakises
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Dates: during 1990-1999
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Dukakis also addressed the future of Social Security and Medicare, again highlighting his party's role in the fight for senior citizen benefits.
"The country is getting older," Dukakis said. "There is no question which party cares more about protecting and strengthening social insurance programs."
Against the backdrop of a thriving stock market and record low levels of unemployment, Dukakis said the Democratic Party has been a major leader in bridging the gap between the rich and poor.
"Bill Bradley's not winning any prizes for charisma either," Dukakis said. "It's difficult to convey who you are in an eight-second sound byte."
"Grass roots politicking really makes a difference," Dukakis said. "I wouldn't have been elected dog catcher, much less governor, without the time, energy and effort of students like you."