Additional information on select spots ...

1. Microsoft “Best”. 
   

2. First appearance by Bill Gates in a television spot for the software giant.
   

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4. Ford  “Future”.
   

5. Part of the “Driving American Innovation” campaign designed to promote the company’s national image.
   

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7. Merck “Achievement”
   

8. First appearance by the company’s CEO on behalf of this industry leader.
   

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10. Smirnoff “Glasses”.
    

11. A “Drive Responsibly” message and the first liquor commercial approved and run by a major network (NBC) since the 50s.