Reform is like morning glories; they look great early in the day and then they disappear. George W. Plunkitt More Quotes by George W. Plunkitt More Quotes From 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