William Borah

William Borah

William Edgar Borah (June 29, 1865 – January 19, 1940) was a prominent Republican attorney and longtime United States Senator from Idaho, noted for his oratorical skills and isolationist views. Progressive, independent, and often outspoken, he was internationally known as "The Lion of Idaho."

Read more about William Borah:  Early Life and Career, Career, Marriage and Family, U.S. Senate, Personality and Views, 1936 Presidential Campaign, Final Years, Death, Legacy, "If I Could Have Talked To Hitler" Quote, Other Quotations

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