As I read the last section of this book, it was shocking to see how much the relationship between FDR and La Guardia had developed through the years. Even though each held their loyalty to different parties, they converged to promote progressive ideals and reform. Yet La Guardia, during WWII, shifted his focus incredibly from reviving NYC after the Great Depression to altering America’s foreign policy. This area of his political involvement demanded so much that he had to compromise the efficiency and reputation of his leadership. Nonetheless, he was able to bring about active responses to an increasing unemployment rate and other issues of the time. However, his achievements still do not hide the corrupt manner in which he pursued these necessary changes. I was saddened to read about how a man with immense potential and integrity was still vulnerable to all the misconduct that is associated with the political arena. But in the end, La Guardia can still claim to have revolutionized NYC through the many bills he proposed, the organizations he supported, and the necessary reform that he pressed for.