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Political machine
A political machine is a political group in which an authoritative boss or small group commands the support of a corps of supporters and businesses. -
Rockefeller incorporates standard oil
Critics accused Rockefeller of engaging in unethical practices, such as predatory pricing and colluding with railroads to eliminate his competitors, in order to gain a monopoly in the industry. -
immigration
Many immigrants came to America seeking greater economic opportunity, while some, such as the Pilgrims in the early 1600s, arrived in search of religious freedom. -
boss tweed
was an American politician most notable for being the "boss" of Tammany Hall, the Democratic Party political machine that played a major role in the politics of 19th century New York City and State.
