Dukakis bets big on Bentsen as running mate in 1988
Dukakis risks a bold gamble by choosing Texas Senator Lloyd Bentsen as his running mate. The move aims to win Texas and appeal to business conservatives, while risking discord with Jesse Jackson supporters and potential ideological clash. Polls show national lead but tight in the South and Texas.
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Bentsen's Wife Known As Best Asset On Ticket
Beryl Ann Bentsen, widely called B A and wife of Sen. Lloyd Bentsen, is praised as a key asset on the Democratic ticket. The 1922 born former model and UT graduate, mother of three and grandmother of five, has long served as a campaigner and Democratic National Committee member influencing her husband and political circle.
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Washington The Rev. Jesse Jackson said he would accept a vice presidential nomination if offered but would not condemn or embrace the Dukakis Bentsen ticket without in depth talks. He expressed intent to support the party’s ticket and urged a partnership with Gov Dukakis while stressing he was focused on broad goals.
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