Herman Talmadge 1974 Interview

Oral History Interview with Herman Talmadge, July 29 and August 1, 1975. Southern Oral History Program Collection
"When we see the work ethic destroyed, when we see morality destroyed in this country, when we see discipline destroyed, when we see fiscal sanity destroyed, it makes you wonder whether we're not in the last days of the Roman empire." - Herman Talmadge, 1990

[@stephenjohnson5121]

Very intelligent, smart, perceptive and honest Senator who knew the role of government. Too bad we don't have more of him

[@ZephaniahL]

Georgia's had some excellent ones -- I am an admirer of Sam Nunn, too.

[@marbury2403]

He was a racist.

[@Ariamaluum]

"Alcoholism is as much of an occupational disease among politicians as black lung is among coal miners-you can get it just by breathing." Herman Talmadge

[@tommyboy1653]

This guy just told the truth ,and he had the facts to back it up.😎