1. 1988 - U.S. House of Representatives - James A. (Jim) - McDermott - "Housing" Identifier: P-1031-41999 Contributing Institution: Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK Collection: Julian P. Kanter Political Commercials Collection Title: 1988 - U.S. House of Representatives - James A. (Jim) - McDermott - "Housing" Date: 1988-01-01 Creator: McDermott, James A. (Jim) Names: FDR Services Topic: Congressional policies, Housing affordability, Tax-free savings accounts Congress: 100th (1987-1989)
![["In this political advertisement, Jim McDermott proposes creating a tax-free savings account similar to an IRA to help first-time homebuyers afford their initial down payments, aiming to make the American dream more accessible. The ad emphasizes that McDermott will make a significant impact in Congress by supporting policies that ensure the American dream is achievable for everyone."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Julian%20P.%20Kanter%20Political%20Commercials%20Collection,%201942-2016/United%20States%20House%20of%20Representatives%20Offices%20Campaign%20Ads,%201963-2016/P-1031-41999_thumbnail.jpg "1988 - U.S. House of Representatives - James A. (Jim) - McDermott - \"Housing\"")