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Robert Caro on the Making of “The Power Broker”

The New Yorker Radio Hour

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Uncovering Power Dynamics and Political Influence

The chapter explores the speaker's journey of working for the Middlesex County Democratic machine, witnessing injustices on election day, and deciding to pursue writing about Robert Moses. It delves into the challenges faced in researching Moses due to his immense power and the pressure tactics used to deter the speaker. The narrative touches upon the process of interviewing close associates of Moses, uncovering unexpected revelations, and the impact of power dynamics on individuals affected by influential figures.

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