From the publisher:
You are an aspiring politician in Tammany Hall's heyday, fighting for influence and votes in the Wards of New York to become Mayor. Manage Campaign Workers, slander your opponents, and curry Political Favor Chips among the immigrants arriving from Ellis Island.
Overview of Play:
Tammany Hall is played over a period of years (rounds) during which each player takes turns performing actions. An election is held at the end of every fourth year (one Term). After the election, the mayor assigns city offices to the other players which they use to their advantage. The game lasts for a total of four terms and ends immediately after the last election for Mayor.