Quote by Ronald Reagan
You know, if I listened to Michael Dukakis long enough, I would be convinced we're in an economic downturn and people are homeless and going without food and medical attention and that we've got to do something about the unemployed.
Summary
This quote suggests that the speaker believes Michael Dukakis, a political figure, tends to exaggerate or focus on the negative aspects of the economy and societal issues. By stating that continuous exposure to Dukakis's perspective would convince the listener of prevailing economic hardships and social problems, the quote implies that the speaker perceives Dukakis's rhetoric as overstating or distorting reality, potentially seeking to mobilize support for certain policies or actions to address these perceived issues.