Busting the Mob: The United States v. Cosa Nostra

An examination of the forces and events that led to the most successful organized crime control initiatives in American history

Since Prohibition, the Mafia has captivated the media and, indeed, the American imagination. From Al Capone to John Gotti, organized crime bosses have achieved notoriety as anti- heroes in popular culture. In practice, organized crime grew strong and wealthy by supplying illicit goods and services and by obtaining control over labor unions and key industries.

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