
Plunkitt of Tammany Hall
by George Washington Plunkitt
Explore the inner workings of New York City's notorious Tammany Hall political machine with George Washington Plunkitt's candid and insightful memoir, 'Plunkitt of Tammany Hall.' Follow the rise and fall of one of the most colorful and controversial figures in American politics, and discover the timeless lessons and truths about power, corruption, and politics that are still relevant today. Experience the power of history to inform and inspire, and the ability of one man's story to shed light on the larger forces that shape our world.
Episodes
23 episodes available
02 - How to Become a Statesman
03 - The Curse of CIvil Service Reform
04 - Reformers ONly Mornin Glories
05 - New York City is Pie for the Hayseeds
06 - Hold Your District - Study Human Nature and Act
07 - On the Shame of the Cities
08 - Ingratitude in Patronage
09 - Reciprocity in Patronage
10 - Brooklynites Natural-Born Hayseeds
11 - Tammany Leaders Not Bookworms
12 - Dangers of the Dress Suit in Politics
13 - Our Municipal Ownership
14 - Tammany the Only Lastin Democracy
15 - Concerning Gas in Politics
16 - Plunkitt's Fondest Dream
17 - Tammany's Patriotism
18 - On the Use of Money in Politics
19 - The Successful Politician Does Not Drink
20 - Bosses Preserve the Nation
21 - Concerning Excise
22 - A Parting Word on the Future of the Democratic Party
23 - Strenuous Life of the Tammany District Leader
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