An Autobiography · Character
Mike Costello
A rising organization man and racing-trotter owner whose friendship gives Roosevelt an early, human view of machine politics.
supporting
Also known as Mike Costello, Mike, Costello
First appearance: vi the new york police
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Costello is devoted to the organization that gave him his chance, and Roosevelt grows to like him and his cronies during his first winter in politics. Their friendship is tested when Roosevelt backs a nonpartisan method…
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- Protagonist
- Political and Military Figures
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