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William Proxmire Biography:
Was a member of the Democratic Party, who served in the United States Senate for the state of Wisconsin from 1957 to 1989.
Date of Birth: November 11, 1915.
Died on: December 15, 2005 at 90 years.
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The limousine is the ultimate ego trip, the supreme sign of success. It shouts: "Hey, this guy is really and truly Mr Big."

Category: Power

Author: William Proxmire

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Power always has to be kept in check; power exercised in secret, especially under the cloak of national security, is doubly dangerous.

Category: Power

Author: William Proxmire

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