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The Power Broker #5: Brandy Zadrozny

99% Invisible

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Political Maneuvering in 1930s New York

This chapter explores the intense political dynamics between LaGuardia and Robert Moses amidst pressures from the Roosevelt administration during the 1930s. It highlights the complexity of their relationship, characterized by rivalry, strategic maneuvering, and public spectacle, particularly during the opening of the Triborough Bridge. The narrative emphasizes how power struggles and personal ambitions shaped urban development and governance in New York City.

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