The primary goal then was maintaining controll over the people
political bosses
Political machines controlled the activities of political parties in the city. Ward bosses, precinct captains, and the city boss worked to ensure that their candidates were elected and that city government worked to their advantage.
Primary elections have taken away some of the power of party bosses.
George Plunkitt
During the late 19th century, urban political machines emerged as powerful entities that controlled local politics in many American cities. These organizations, often led by charismatic leaders known as "bosses," relied on patronage, bribery, and voter manipulation to maintain their grip on power. They provided essential services and support to immigrant communities in exchange for votes, effectively becoming both a lifeline and a source of corruption. While they helped shape urban infrastructure and social services, they also entrenched corruption and hindered democratic processes.
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Bosses and political machines controlled the city governments using intimidation. Assainations happened and labor unions formed to control the local governments.
Political party 'bosses'
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Recent immigrants relied on political machines for jobs.Urban bosses helped immigrants in criminal cases.Immigrants supported political machines politically
Elected officials, poor immigrants, machine bosses
making deals with party bosses
it used legal and illegal methods
The leaders of political machines were commonly referred to as "bosses." These bosses wielded significant influence over political processes and often controlled party nominations, appointments, and services in exchange for votes and loyalty from constituents. They operated mainly in urban areas during the late 19th and early 20th centuries, leveraging patronage and a network of loyal supporters to maintain power. Prominent examples include figures like Boss Tweed in New York City.