"For years I thought what was good for the country was good for General Motors and vice versa."
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About Charles E. Wilson
Charles E. Wilson, also known as 'Engine Charlie', was an American businessman and politician who served as the Secretary of Defense under President Dwight D. Eisenhower. Born in 1890 in Minerva, Ohio, Wilson started his career in the automotive industry at General Motors, eventually becoming the company's president. He was known for his management skills and his belief in the symbiotic relationship between the defense industry and the economy. Wilson faced controversy during his confirmation hearings due to his ties to General Motors but was later confirmed and played a key role in shaping U.S. defense policies during the Cold War.
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