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The transformation of Austin, Texas, from a small capital city to a booming metropolis is vividly detailed, highlighting its explosive population growth from 186,000 in 1960 to over 700,000 by 1987. The narrative captures the city's evolution into a high-tech hub, attracting major companies like IBM and Motorola, and securing the prestigious MCC research consortium in 1983. This remarkable change positions Austin as a focal point of economic and cultural development, drawing attention from prestigious media outlets and showcasing its emerging significance on the national stage.
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Power, Money and the People, Anthony M. Orum
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