Nelson A. Rockefeller
Nelson A. Rockefeller was an influential American businessman and politician, known for his role in the founding of the United Nations and for securing its headquarters in New York City. As the grandson of John D. Rockefeller, he utilized his wealth and public relations skills to promote international cooperation and was a strong advocate for the ideals of Franklin D. Roosevelt. Rockefeller's contributions to the UN and his commitment to global governance have left a lasting legacy, intertwining the Rockefeller family fortune with the growth of the organization.
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Gov. Nelson A. Rockefeller had New York buy the struggling L.I.R.R. and created the Metropolitan Transportation Authority.
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