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In "The Trouble with Miami," the chapter chronicles the downfall of Philip Esformes, a figure implicated in one of the largest Medicare fraud cases in the U.S. His guilt was confirmed by a jury on September 12, 2019, after an extensive trial that exposed a web of corruption involving bribery, illegal kickbacks, and overly complex financial schemes encompassing 256 bank accounts. Esformes, once a successful businessman, narrated his descent from a respected figure to a convicted felon, detailing his…-
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In Chapter Three of *Revenge of the Tipping Point*, titled "Poplar Grove," the author explores the complexities of a seemingly idyllic, affluent community through the eyes of Richard, a local real estate agent. Richard's intimate knowledge of Poplar Grove, along with its close-knit, affluent family culture, reveals a setting that many see as a desirable place to raise children due to its safety and community spirit. The town features various recreational amenities such as parks, sports facilities, and good…
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In Chapter Four of "Revenge of the Tipping Point," titled "The Magic Third," the narrative delves into the historical dynamics of race, housing, and social integration in America, particularly focusing on the phenomenon known as "white flight." Centering on Palo Alto and the infamous Lawrence Tract, the chapter reveals how neighborhoods reacted as African Americans began moving into predominantly white areas during the 1950s. As cities grappled with increasing racial integration, affluent white families…
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CHAPTER ONE Casper and C‑Dog “It was just like wildfire. Everyone was jumping into the game.”
In the early afternoon of November 29, 1983, the Federal Bureau of Investigation's Los Angeles office received reports of a bank robbery in the Melrose District. Agent Linda Webster first learned of the incident involving a polite young man wearing a New York Yankees hat, later dubbed the Yankee Bandit. This robber had been active since July, executing multiple heists flawlessly—with his trademark baseball cap becoming a defining feature. In a span of just four hours, the Yankee managed to rob six banks,…-
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AUTHOR’S NOTE
In the chapter titled "Author’s Note" from *Revenge of the Tipping Point: Overstories, Superspreaders, and the Rise of Social Engineering*, the author reflects on the journey of his first book, *The Tipping Point: How Little Things Make a Big Difference*, which was published twenty-five years ago. He recalls writing it in his small Chelsea apartment, filled with a mix of nerves and excitement typical of novice authors. He defines *The Tipping Point* as "the biography of an idea," emphasizing that…-
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In a virtual hearing conducted amid a pandemic, politicians interrogate three witnesses regarding the ongoing crisis. The Chairwoman initiates by demanding an apology from Witness #1, who appears flustered and confronts the pain experienced by the American public. Despite her anger about the law-breaking conduct of others, she fails to accept her personal involvement in the crisis, insisting that her past behavior was justified based on the information she had at the time. Witness #2, her well-groomed…
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ALSO BY MALCOLM GLADWELL
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