Thomas Dewey Quotes

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Thomas Dewey, the influential American politician and governor of New York, left a lasting impact on the political landscape of the mid-20th century. Known for his tough stance on crime and corruption, Dewey's leadership and reform efforts earned him national prominence and helped shape the modern Republican Party.

"We need not be afraid of the future, for the future will be in our own hands."

"We need not be afraid of the future, for the future will be in our own hands."

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"If you're not in New York, you're camping out."

"If you're not in New York, you're camping out."

Society, Camping

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"My decision on this matter is as certain and final as death and the staggering New Deal taxes."

"My decision on this matter is as certain and final as death and the staggering New Deal taxes."

Death, Decision, Taxes

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"When you're leading, don't talk."

"When you're leading, don't talk."

Leadership, Leading, Talk

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"No man should be in public office who can't make more money in private life."

"No man should be in public office who can't make more money in private life."

Life, Money, Man, Office

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"The law is bigger than money - but only if the law works hard enough."

"The law is bigger than money - but only if the law works hard enough."

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