The Titan · Character
John J. McKenty
Chicago's Democratic boss, whose ward-level machine and partnership with Cowperwood make him the indispensable fixer behind the city's franchise wars.
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Also known as J. McKenty, John, John J. McKenty, McKenty, John McKenty
First appearance: iv peter laughlin co
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Powerful political boss who meets with Cowperwood, considering his proposal for a rival gas franchise.
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McKenty commands the political machinery that Cowperwood needs and cannot build alone, trading influence for a share of the coming street-railway spoils. Even entrenched operators like Tiernan have always managed to…
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- Other
Character groups
- Extended Social and Business Network
- Cowperwood's Inner Circle
- Chicago Political Allies
- Chicago Business Rivals
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