“The beginning of the decline of the Republic was the day they air-conditioned the Capitol.”
Quote by Howard Baker
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Howard Baker
Howard Baker was an American politician who served as the White House Chief of Staff. Born on November 15, 1925, in Tennessee, he passed away on June 26, 2014. Baker served in the Kennedy and Nixon administrations and was known for his political wisdom and diplomatic skills. more
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