The chapter explores Robert Moses' restructuring of state governance, detailing the profound impact on government functionality nationwide. It delves into the professionalization of government, showcasing improvements in labor relations and welfare reforms. Additionally, it discusses power dynamics within the system, highlighted by strategic appointments like that of Moses to crucial positions.
This is the third official episode, breaking down the 1974 Pulitzer Prize winning book, The Power Broker by our hero Robert Caro.
Blank Check podcast co-host and The Atlantic movie critic David Sims is our book club guest.
On today’s show, Elliott Kalan, Roman Mars, and David Sims will cover the first section of Part 4 of the book (Chapters 11 through the end of Chapter 15), discussing the major story beats and themes.
The Power Broker #3: David Sims
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