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The Power Broker #7: Sec. Pete Buttigieg

99% Invisible

CHAPTER

Knowledge, Power, and Political Dynasties

This chapter explores the overwhelming influence of informational power, illustrated through historical examples and figures like Mayor LaGuardia and Robert Moses. It examines LaGuardia's declining influence amidst cancer and political strife, as well as his complicated relationship with Moses, who rises in power through strategic maneuvers. The discussion critiques the narratives that simplify these dynamics, reflecting on the intricate loyalties and power struggles within New York politics.

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