The Titan · Character
Truman Leslie MacDonald
Young businessman and son of old General MacDonald, involved in politics.
minor
Also known as Mr. MacDonald, young MacDonald, MacDonald, Truman Leslie MacDonald, Leslie
First appearance: xxxv a political agreement
Truman Leslie MacDonald shows up with force in Love and War. The page is where that presence becomes real.
Angered by Cowperwood's disregard of his advice and private telephone message; vows continued opposition.
Truman Leslie MacDonald first appears in 0034 xxxv a political agreement.
In Love and War: Angered by Cowperwood's disregard of his advice and private telephone message; vows continued opposition.
Later, in Wanted—Fifty-Year Franchises: Editor of the Inquirer, leading the campaign to drive Cowperwood out of Chicago.
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- Other
Character groups
- Public Relations and Military Allies
- Political Allies and Adversaries
- Cowperwood's Inner Circle
- Extended Social and Business Network
- Artistic and Social Connections
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