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#305 Robert Caro on power, poverty, ruthlessness, & obsession

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Ruthlessness and Power: Exploring Lyndon Johnson's Legacy

This chapter explores the contrasting political strategies of Lyndon Johnson and John F. Kennedy, emphasizing Johnson's pragmatic ruthlessness against Kennedy's empathetic style. It further reflects on how upbringing shapes ambition and character, illustrated through anecdotes and an appreciation for Robert A. Caro's insights on power dynamics in American politics.

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