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

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From Reformer to Rival: The Political Evolution of Robert Moses

This chapter examines Robert Moses' shift from an idealistic reformer to a contentious figure entangled in corruption, while exploring his complex relationship with Governor Al Smith and subsequent rivalry with Franklin Roosevelt. It also addresses the significance of three-letter initials in American political branding and the dynamics within New York's Democratic Party during this transformative era.

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