The correct answer is A criminal who took bribes and stole money to get rich.
William Tweed was a political boss that manipulated immigrants new to the United States in order to gain political power. He often bribed immigrants with jobs or other resources in return for their vote in upcoming elections. This resulted in William Tweed being able to steal $45 million of taxpayer money in New York city during the late 19th century.
Since working conditions were terrible, workers felt like they needed a voice so people could listen and improve these conditions. The women were excluded from the unions that were made so they formed their own. They wanted better wages and benefits.
