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The great mass of people are interested in only three things—food, clothing, and shelter. A politician in a district like mine sees to it that his pe… - Martin Lomasney
" "The great mass of people are interested in only three things—food, clothing, and shelter. A politician in a district like mine sees to it that his people get these things.
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Martin Lomasney (December 3, 1859 – August 12, 1933) was a Massachusetts politician. He served as state senator, state representative, and alderman, but is best known as the political boss of Boston's West End. Nicknamed "the Mahatma" for his ability to marshal support for his preferred candidates, Lomasney controlled Ward Eight (later Ward Five, then Ward Three, due to redistricting) and wielded considerable influence in city and state politics for over forty years.
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Martin Michael Lomasney
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