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S8·E6 Daley: The Last Boss

Episode
Season 8, Episode 6
Air Date
January 22, 1996
Runtime
55 minutes
Story Type
Core Character Arc
Core Aired January 22, 1996 55 min
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Synopsis

Richard J. Daley was born on a street he would never leave and christened in the small church in which he would be buried. His climb up the political ladder to become Mayor was slow and methodical; in a job he coveted, he built a political machine that changed the nature of urban politics, but he was ill-equipped to cope with two great 20th century challenges: race and the war in Vietnam.

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Frequently Asked Questions

When did Season 8 Episode 6 of American Experience air?

Season 8, Episode 6 ('Daley: The Last Boss') originally aired on January 22, 1996.

How long is Season 8 Episode 6 ('Daley: The Last Boss')?

The runtime for this episode is approximately 55 minutes.

What happens in American Experience Season 8 Episode 6?

Richard J. Daley was born on a street he would never leave and christened in the small church in which he would be buried. His climb up the political ladder to become Mayor was slow and methodical; in a job he coveted, he built a political machine that changed the nature of urban politics, but he wa...

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