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The Power Broker #3: David Sims

The 99% Invisible Breakdown: The Power Broker

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The Complex Legacy of a Banking Tycoon

This chapter delves into the multifaceted legacy of a historical figure in the banking and railroad sectors, comparing their influence to that of contemporary hedge fund managers. It humorously contrasts their serious business demeanor with their patronage of the arts, particularly the Metropolitan Opera, as well as the quirks of their appearance that signified their social standing.

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