Edmund S. Muskie Quotes

A collection of quotes by Edmund S. Muskie.

Edmund S. Muskie was an American politician who served as the 58th United States Secretary of State from 1980 to 1981. Born on March 28, 1914, in Rumford, Maine, Muskie had a distinguished career in politics. He was a member of the Democratic Party and served as the Governor of Maine from 1955 to 1959, followed by four terms as a United States Senator from Maine. Muskie was known for his environmental advocacy and played a key role in enacting the Clean Air Act and Clean Water Act. He passed away on March 26, 1996, leaving behind a lasting legacy in American politics.

In the heat of our campaigns, we have all become accustomed

In the heat of our campaigns, we have all become accustomed to a little anger and exaggeration. Yet, on the whole, our political process has served us well.

Edmund S. Muskie

Anger