“Mafia is a process,not a thing. Mafia is a form of clan - cooperation to which it's individual members pledge lifelong loyalty....Friendship, connections, family ties, trust, loyalty, obedience - this was the glue that held us together.”
Quote by Joseph Bonanno
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Joseph Bonanno
Joseph Bonanno, born on January 18, 1905, and died on May 11, 2002, was one of the founders of the Bonanno crime family, one of the five major families of the American Mafia. He played a significant role in the history of the American Mafia in the 20th century, known for his shrewd business acumen and complex political tactics. more
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