Episode 117 - Chicago Mayors: William "Big Bill" Thompson

This is the story of "Big Bill" Thompson, a bigger-than-life character who served as Chicago mayor for three terms and is viewed as one of the most corrupt politicians Chicago has ever seen.

Further reading (purchasing these items through these links help support our efforts):

"City of Scoundrels: The 12 Days of Disaster That Gave Birth To Modern Chicago" by Gary Krist (https://amzn.to/3g0okNa)

"Big Bill of Chicago" by Lloyd Wendt and Herman Kogan (https://amzn.to/310OJq4)

"Big Bill Thompson, Chicago, and The Politics of Image" by Douglas Bukowski (https://amzn.to/3fYM97Z)

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