The chapter explores the cunning tactics of Moses to divert funds towards park and road projects, outsmarting key figures in a clever ploy. It also delves into legal battles over land ownership, showcasing the imbalance between individuals and government agencies. The narrative highlights the blend of slow and rapid approaches in achieving political objectives amidst evolving public perception.
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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