George W. Plunkitt Professions : New York State Senator Born : November 17, 1842 Died : November 19, 1924 Browse All Authors Famous Quotes by George W. Plunkitt 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. George W. Plunkitt political opportunity men Reform is like morning glories; they look great early in the day and then they disappear. George W. Plunkitt reform political morning Similar Authors Brian X. Foley new-york-state-senator Boss Tweed new-york-state-senator Barber Conable new-york-state-senator Carol Bellamy new-york-state-senator Ezra Cornell new-york-state-senator Loring M. Black, Jr. new-york-state-senator All Authors