Pronunciation: [wˈɪlbɜː mˈɪlz] (IPA) 
The name "Wilbur Mills" is spelled /ˈwɪlbər mɪlz/. The first part, "Wilbur," is spelled with a short "i" sound as in "win" followed by "l," "b," "u" as in "putt," and "r" as in "red." The second part, "Mills," is spelled with a short "i" sound as in "win," followed by "m," "i" again, and "lz" as in "pools." It is important to accurately spell names for legal and identification purposes.
Wilbur Mills was an American politician who served as a member of the United States House of Representatives from 1939 to 1977. He was born on May 24, 1909, in Kensett, Arkansas, and remained actively involved in politics for several decades.
Mills was a prominent Democratic congressman known for his expertise and influence in economic matters. He served as the chairman of the House Ways and Means Committee from 1958 to 1974, a powerful position dealing with taxation, trade, and economic policy. Mills played a central role in shaping and implementing key economic legislation during his tenure.
Mills was often regarded as a champion of fiscal conservatism, advocating for tax cuts and prudent fiscal policies. He played a significant role in crafting tax legislation, including the Tax Reform Act of 1969 and the Revenue Act of 1964. Additionally, he supported trade liberalization measures, such as the Trade Expansion Act of 1962.
However, Mills also faced personal and political controversies throughout his career. In 1974, he was involved in a widely publicized scandal when he was discovered in the company of a stripper named Fanne Foxe, who famously jumped into the Tidal Basin during a late-night incident in Washington, D.C. This scandal led to his resignation as chairman of the Ways and Means Committee and marked a decline in his political influence.
Wilbur Mills retired from politics in 1977 and passed away on May 2, 1992. Despite the controversies that marred his later career, Mills was a significant figure in American politics, leaving a lasting impact on economic policy and congressional leadership.
