tammany hall was a place not a person. Founded in new york and headed by boss tweed
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All of the above (apex) - coal, food, and money
A political machine
took bribes, controlled contracts,and embezzled money
The bosses of the gilded age were usually corrupt and received payment from the robber barons. Some of these bosses were Boss Tweed and the political machine of Tammany Hall. The corruption extended to include some of the presidents.
In spite of massive corruption Tweed and his political organization Tammany Hall were capable of conceiveing and executing important public works such as water systems, roads, bridges, and parks. These projects in addition to improving conditions for all New Yorkers provided the poor with employment opportunities for the unskilled.