Robert Moses
Robert Moses was a powerful urban planner and public official in New York City, known for his significant role in shaping the city's infrastructure during the mid-20th century. He was instrumental in the construction of numerous bridges, parks, and highways, including the Lincoln Center and the Triborough Bridge. However, his legacy is controversial due to his aggressive tactics and displacement of communities, particularly in the Bronx, as he prioritized automobile infrastructure over residential neighborhoods. Moses' work exemplifies the dual nature of centralized power, achieving monumental projects while also causing significant social disruption.
Not in the pool (under ¢1).
Recent news mentions
Robert Moses was a controversial urban planner whose work significantly shaped New York City.
Der diplomatische Akrobat und Trump in Davos
Switzerland· 2026-01-21
Parks Commissioner Robert Moses convinced City authorities to designate the Gracie Mansion as the official residence of the Mayor in 1942.
NYC Mayor Zohran Mamdani plans to install bidets at Gracie Mansion
United States· 2026-01-17
Robert Moses was a power broker who rammed highways through communities, including Brooklyn Heights.
New York’s BQE Is Falling Apart. The City Can’t Agree on How to Fix It.United States· 2025-11-28
Robert Moses had separate ideas regarding the Dodgers' needs and wanted a multipurpose stadium in Queens.
The Irish-American sports entrepreneur who moved Brooklyn Dodgers to LA – The Irish Times
Ireland· 2025-10-06
Robert Moses was the influential urban planner who oversaw the 1964 New York World’s Fair and commissioned the Panorama.
The world’s largest architectural model captures New York City in the ’90sUnited States· 2025-03-17
Robert Moses remains one of the most powerful figures in New York history for the urban transformation he directed.
Opinion: DOGE and Elon Musk are upending the underlying architecture of government itself
Canada· 2025-03-15
Robert Moses’ building Lincoln Center was considered great, but he also destroyed Bronx neighborhoods to put in a highway.
Opinion | We Can Achieve Great ThingsUnited States· 2025-02-28
