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“I don't care a straw for your newspaper articles, my constituents don't know how to read, but they can't help seeing them damned pictures.”

Quote by Boss Tweed

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Boss Tweed, full name William Marcy Tweed, was a politician in New York State during the mid-19th century. He was known for his political influence in New York City and served as a New York State Senator. Tweed was a symbol of corruption, amassing immense wealth through political manipulation and corruption during his tenure. more

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