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The Power Broker #1: Robert Caro

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Robert Moses's Struggle for Civil Service Reform

This chapter delves into Robert Moses's attempt to implement civil service reform and the opposition he faces from Tammany Hall. It explores Moses's determination to use the press to his advantage despite opposition and the potential downfall he may face for refusing to compromise on his system.

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