Top 2 Quotes & Sayings by George W. Plunkitt

Explore popular quotes and sayings by an American politician George W. Plunkitt.
Last updated on December 22, 2024.
George W. Plunkitt

George Washington Plunkitt was an American politician from New York State, who served in both houses of the New York State Legislature. He was a leader of the Tammany Hall political organization, a vehement critic of the Civil Service, and notably responsible for a series of colloquial and practical short talks recorded in "Plunkitt of Tammany Hall," which comprise his observations and successful mastery of machine politics.

Reform is like morning glories; they look great early in the day and then they disappear. — © George W. Plunkitt
Reform is like morning glories; they look great early in the day and then they disappear.
The politician who steals is worse than a thief. He is a fool. With all the grand opportunities around for the man with a political pull, there's no excuse for stealin' a cent.
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