Is the Mafia Still a Force in America?David M. Haugen Though stories of the Mafia's allure and power still pervade television and film, the criminal organization has shrunk considerably since the 1980s under a barrage of arrests and federal prosecutions. This anthology examines whether the Mafia is still a potent criminal force in America. |
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Introduction | 7 |
The New York Mob Is Thriving | 21 |
The Chicago Mob Is Still Active | 30 |
Copyright | |
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