Quote by William Proxmire, In NY Herald T

The biggest danger for a politician is to shake hands with a man who is physically stronger, has been drinking and is voting for the other guy.

The biggest danger for a politician is to shake hands with a

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This quote humorously highlights the potential risks politicians face in dealing with certain individuals during their campaign efforts. It suggests that a politician's most significant danger lies in interacting with a voter who is physically stronger and potentially under the influence of alcohol, especially if that voter supports the politician's opponent. The quote playfully underscores the vulnerability politicians may experience when engaging with potentially volatile individuals whose affiliations are in opposition to their own.

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By William Proxmire, In NY Herald T

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