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The Power Broker #2: Jamelle Bouie

99% Invisible

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Legislation, Politics, and Reform

This chapter examines the complexities of legislative language and the judiciary's role in interpreting laws while addressing the impacts of term limits on governance. It explores the evolution of political campaigning in early 20th-century America, emphasizing key figures like Al Smith and Robert Moses, and their influence on New York's political landscape. Additionally, it highlights the intricacies of bill drafting and the balance between political patronage and qualifications in shaping governance.

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