George W. Plunkitt

George Washington Plunkitt (November 17, 1842 – November 19, 1924) was an American politician from New York State, who served in both houses of the New York State Legislature. He was a leader of the Tammany Hall political organization, a vehement critic of the Civil Service, and notably responsible for a series of colloquial and practical short talks recorded in "Plunkitt of Tammany Hall," which comprise his observations and successful mastery of machine politics.

George W. Plunkitt
Member of the New York Senate
from the 17th district
In office
January 1, 1899  December 31, 1904
Preceded byCharles B. Page
Succeeded byMartin Saxe
Member of the New York Senate
from the 11th district
In office
January 1, 1892  December 31, 1893
Preceded byEugene S. Ives
Succeeded byJoseph C. Wolff
In office
January 1, 1884  December 31, 1887
Preceded byFrank P. Treanor
Succeeded byEugene S. Ives
Member of the New York State Assembly
from the 17th district
In office
January 1, 1869  December 31, 1870
Preceded byFrederick H. Flagge
Succeeded byEdmond Connelly
Personal details
Born
George Washington Plunkitt

(1842-11-17)November 17, 1842
Manhattan, New York City, United States
DiedNovember 19, 1924(1924-11-19) (aged 82)
Manhattan, New York City, United States
Political partyDemocratic
SpouseMary
ChildrenGeorge Edward Plunkitt
Parents
  • Patrick "Pat" Plunkitt (father)
  • Margaret McCue (alt. spelling McHugh) (mother)
RelativesBrothers: Daniel Plunkitt (his twin), James Plunkitt, Harry Plunkitt, Martin Plunkitt
Sister: Phebe Plunkitt
ProfessionPolitician
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