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Discuss and analyze the urban political machine. Describe the causes of its formation, what it did, and its effectiveness.

The solution offered is a very general, basic discussion of the function of the urban political machine in American politics. Links are provided to more detailed articles and sources.

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This is a very basic, general discussion of the definition and function of the urban political machine in American politics. Links are provided with more detailed articles and sources.

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1. The urban political machine was essentially a sign of corruption in American politics. A 'boss' or ringleader of the operation, would help find immigrants or newcomers jobs, housing, or basic needs such as food and clothing in exchange for said immigrant voting in a certain way at a given election. Machines also commanded the loyalty of certain ...

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