Explain the Emergence of Urban Political Machines and Political Bosses

question 63

Essay

Explain the emergence of urban political machines and political bosses, and discuss the characteristics of the political bosses and the political system they operated.

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Definitions:

Maximum Amount

The highest permissible limit or value that can be achieved or allowed.

Third-party Intervention

Involvement by an outside party or entity in a dispute or negotiation to facilitate a resolution or provide an independent assessment.

Mediation

A dispute resolution process where a neutral third party helps conflicting parties negotiate a mutually acceptable agreement.

Negotiation Process

The strategic discussion that resolves an issue in a way that both parties find acceptable, often involving compromise or agreement on terms.