An Autobiography · Character
Senator Platt
The New York boss whose machine runs on campaign money and gentlemen's understandings, and whom Roosevelt must handle as governor.
supporting
Also known as Senator Platt, Meanwhile Senator Platt, Senator O. H. Platt, Platt, Mr. Platt
First appearance: VIII: The New York Governorship
As a supporting figure in An Autobiography, Senator Platt is not background color—the story leans on what they do once the chapter opens.
Referenced as a boss involved in the Speakership contest.
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Platt controls the Republican organization through contributions distributed to districts where they are most needed, rarely demanding explicit pledges in return. Roosevelt describes this as a system of quiet obligation…
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See Senator Platt in VIII: The New York Governorship