Mission creep: Emails show how wealthy donors exerted influence over Washington Square Park

The Washington Square Park Conservancy was created to address largely horticultural issues in one of the city's best-known green spaces. Emails obtained by Gothamist show their influence extended to the types of businesses and activities allowed inside the park.

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