According to the New York Times the teevee phenomenon employed thousands of people over time. It was like some kind of floating jobs package moving all over Manhattan. Yes, thousands.
Interesting article on the social impact the show has had along with just how storylines got chosen back when the show started back in 1990. 1990 was a high water mark for murders in NYC, news stories and reporters were asking if the city itself wasn't dying. The show Law & Order, over time the article said the show helped allay fears of the viewing public and thus change perception of the depth of the city's troubles.
Very interesting read on reality vs perception.
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