In memoriam: John W. Mashek

By Josh Israel

The Center for Public Integrity lost a part of its family on Tuesday with the sudden passing of veteran reporter and The Buying of the Presi

Excerpts from this story referencing "Michael Dukakis":

"… Mashek’s dozens of interviews for the project included Howard Baker Jr., Michael Dukakis, George McGovern, and Walter Mondale. His booming voice, gregarious person …"

Looking at the money trail for potential MA senatorial appointees

By Josh Israel

It appears increasingly inevitable that the Massachusetts state legislature will give Gov. Deval Patrick the power to appoint a temporary su

Excerpts from this story referencing "Michael Dukakis":

"… candidates.Though former governor (and Democratic presidential contender) Michael Dukakis had the early buzz, speculation is now centering on former DNC Chairman Pa …"

Mark McKinnon (Maverick Media)

By Chris Landers

Consultant profile: Major clients in 2003-2004: George W. Bush (R)

Excerpts from this story referencing "Michael Dukakis":

"… eviously worked with late Texas Gov. Ann Richards and presidential hopeful Michael Dukakis, former governor of Massachusetts.In 1996, McKinnon, who worked for the Au …"

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Pro-Romney super PAC using media firms tied to Swift Boat, Willie Horton ads

By Josh Israel

Pro-Romney super PAC takes on roll of attack dog, uses vets of negative ad campaigns

Excerpts from this story referencing "Michael Dukakis":

"… rton” ad in 1988. The ad helped sink the candidacy of Democratic nominee Michael Dukakis. McCarthy is also a co-founder of the super PAC.In addition, a payment of …"

Party machines, lobbyists and special interests: Part five

For months, disarray was the hallmark of Vice President Al Gore's campaign. Last October 6, he moved his campaign to Nashville from Washingt

Excerpts from this story referencing "Michael Dukakis":

"… lter Mondale. In 1988, she was deputy national field director for Democrat Michael Dukakis’ presidential campaign until she was fired for insinuating that then-Vic …"

"… at Ebenezer again in January 2000. Edley was national issues director for Michael Dukakis’ 1988 presidential campaign.Sandra Feldman: President of the American Fe …"

Dirty politics

By Stephanie Mencimer

When it comes to presidential elections, all politics is dirty. As Susan Estrich, Michael Dukakis’s campaign manager in 1988, says, “He who

Excerpts from this story referencing "Michael Dukakis":

"… comes to presidential elections, all politics is dirty. As Susan Estrich, Michael Dukakis’s campaign manager in 1988, says, “He who doesn’t throw mud ends up …"

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Organizational donors

By Neil Gordon

Profiles of the top organizational donors in 2003 and 2004

Excerpts from this story referencing "Michael Dukakis":

"… hardson, chair—governor of New Mexico; past chairs include Bill Clinton, Michael Dukakis and Howard DeanPlaces: Founded in 1983, the Democratic Governors' Ass …"

Consultants

By Kevin Bogardus

Profiles of the top consultants in 2003 and 2004

Excerpts from this story referencing "Michael Dukakis":

"… greco, partner—worked for presidential campaigns of Gary Hart (1984) and Michael Dukakis (1988); Terry Walsh, partner—campaign manager for Rep. Frank Giglio (D-I …"

Consultant profile: Bob Shrum (Shrum, Devine & Donilon)

By Robert Brodsky

Major clients in 2003-2004 include John Kerry

Excerpts from this story referencing "Michael Dukakis":

"… Shrum worked on the failed presidential campaigns of Richard Gephardt and Michael Dukakis in 1988, Bob Kerrey in 1992, and Al Gore in 2000.Shrum's firm was responsi …"

Consultant profile: Stevens Reed Curcio & Potholm

By Chris Landers

Major Clients in 2003-2004 include the National Republican Senatorial Committee

Excerpts from this story referencing "Michael Dukakis":

"… reg Stevens was responsible for a 1988 ad featuring presidential candidate Michael Dukakis wearing an ill-fitting helmet while riding a tank. The first Swift Boat ad …"

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