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The Power Broker #4: Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez

99% Invisible

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Urban Decay: New York City in the Great Depression

This chapter examines New York City during the Great Depression, highlighting the struggles of its citizens amidst unfinished skyscrapers and widespread despair. It sets the scene for the emergence of reformer Robert Moses, showcasing the city's urgent need for change during a turbulent era.

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