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The Power Broker #8: Shiloh Frederick
99% Invisible
Urban Development and Power Struggles in Manhattan
This chapter explores the financial challenges faced during the urban development of Manhattan's West Side, focusing on Robert Moses's controversial funding initiatives and their impact on lower-income residents. It highlights the intense power dynamics between Moses and Mayor O'Dwyer, showcasing how political maneuvering and infrastructure priorities often come at the expense of the community. Additionally, the chapter examines the competition to secure the United Nations headquarters in New York City, emphasizing the urgent negotiations and contrasting planning philosophies that shaped the city's landscape.
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