Finally , Walker himself had to be willing to change some of his more unscrupulous ways or at least provide a cover for his indiscretions .
Smith used his base in the strong political machine of Tammany Hall to secure this victory .
Walker himself had to be willing to change some of his more unscrupulous ways or at least provide a cover for his indiscretions .
Smith used his base in the strong political machine of Tammany Hall to secure this victory .