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Foreign policy follies
0 Comments | USA TODAY, December, 2007
Incomparable. The past half-century has featured several notable Charlie Wilsons. One, known as "Engine Charlie," was a Defense secretary and head of General Motors famous for the line (actually a misquotation) "what's good for GM is good for America." Another Charlie Wilson currently represents Ohio's 6th congressional district.
But for entertainment value, none can hold a candle to "Good Time Charlie" Wilson, who represented southeastern Texas in Congress for 24 years and is portrayed by Tom Hanks in the new movie Charlie Wilson's War.
Wilson, an unrepentant playboy, would probably not survive long in today's political environment, where a congressman's job involves raising money, not eyebrows. His exploits are legendary, none more so than those portrayed in...
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