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Mr. Truman studiously avoided giving power to his White House staff that has been characteristic of recent administratio
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"Mr. Truman studiously avoided giving power to his White House staff that has been characteristic of recent administrations. Staff people in the White House, with no responsibility but incredible authority is one of the reasons we're now in so much trouble"

- Stuart Symington
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USA Flag This quote is written / told by Stuart Symington between June 26, 1901 and December 14, 1988. He/she was a famous Businessman from USA. The author also have 14 other quotes.

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