“The politics of personal destruction is something that is not good for the country.”

— James Baker

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About James Baker

Politician • American

James Addison Baker III is a renowned American attorney, politician, and political advisor. He served as White House Chief of Staff and Secretary of the Treasury under President Ronald Reagan, and as Secretary of State...

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