The Boss and the Machine: A Chronicle of the Politicians and Party Organization
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"The Boss and the Machine: A Chronicle of the Politicians and Party Organization" by Samuel P. Orth is a historical account likely written during the early 20th century. The narrative delves into the development of political parties and their organizations in the United States, emphasizing the intricate relationship between politicians and party machinery throughout American history, notably focusing on the evolution of Tammany Hall as a case study of political corruption and
machine politics. The opening of this work outlines the foundational role of political parties in establishing democracy in America, beginning with the colonial divisions between the Tories and Whigs, and progressing through significant historical events such as the adoption of the Constitution and the rise of influential party leaders like Thomas Jefferson and Alexander Hamilton. Orth discusses how party organization evolved over time, leading to the emergence of political machines that sought to consolidate power and influence. The text explains the early American experiences with caucuses and conventions, ultimately setting the stage for Tammany Hall's prominence in city politics and its representation of the intertwining of politics and personal gain, highlighting the challenges of political reform against entrenched interests. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Orth, Samuel Peter, 1873-1922 |
|---|---|
| Title | The Boss and the Machine: A Chronicle of the Politicians and Party Organization |
| Note | Chronicles of America series; v. 43 |
| Credits |
Produced by The James J. Kelly Library of St. Gregory's University, Alev Akman, and David Widger |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 50.8 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | E151: History: America: United States |
| Subject | United States -- Politics and government |
| Subject | Political parties -- United States |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 3040 |
| Release Date | Jan 1, 2002 |
| Last Update | Feb 6, 2013 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 507 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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