Of the preceding nine Speakers of the House, dating back to Joe Martin (1953-55), six have ended their careers under the shadow of scandal, or in one case (Tom Foley) losing his seat while actually being the Speaker. This does not include Trent Lott, who was Senate Majority Leader, or Wilbur Mills who was merely Chair of the Ways and Means Committee.
"Whom the Gods would destroy, they first make proud", or something like that.
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