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Mothers vs. Moses
- Mothers in NYC fought Robert Moses' plan to replace a children's play area with a parking lot.
- They discovered the plan after surveyors left blueprints behind, sparking their protest.
Media Connections
- The mothers, connected to media and artists, petitioned against the parking lot.
- Despite only having 23 signatures, their connections helped amplify their protest.
A Simple Story
- The fight was clearly defined: children's play space vs. restaurant parking lot.
- This simplicity resonated with the public, unlike more complex housing battles.
