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Buying the Presidency

A Twist of History

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The Rise and Fall of a Monopoly: Rockefeller's Legacy

This chapter explores John D. Rockefeller's controversial tactics for maintaining his monopoly, the legal challenges he faced under the Sherman Antitrust Act, and the ultimate dissolution of Standard Oil. It highlights how, despite setbacks, Rockefeller's strategic actions propelled him towards greater wealth and a later commitment to philanthropy.

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