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Immigration
The action of coming to live permanently in a foreign country. -
Political Machines
Controlled the activities of political parties in the city. -
Political Bosses
A person who controls a unit of a political party, although they may not necessarily hold political office. Numerous officeholders in that unit are subordinate to the single boss in party affairs -
Corruption
A form of dishonesty or criminal activity undertaken by a person or organization entrusted with a position of authority, often to acquire benefit, or, abuse of entrusted power for one's private gain.