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The Power Broker #7: Sec. Pete Buttigieg
99% Invisible
Robert Moses's Pursuit of Power and Control
This chapter explores Robert Moses's ruthless quest for power and control in infrastructure projects in New York City, delving into his manipulation of laws and finances to fund and expand construction projects. It also discusses his relationships within his family and the power struggles he faces with community figures. The narrative unfolds with strategic maneuvers, deception, and a battle of ideologies, revealing Moses's single-minded approach to problem-solving and his obsession with bridges and roads.
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