Book : Mafia Democracy How Our Republic Became A Mob Racket.

-Titulo Original : Mafia Democracy How Our Republic Became A Mob Racket

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Lioncrest Publishing

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Review No one in America knows more about organized crime than Michael Franzese. He lived it. He paid the price for it. Hes the real deal. - Chazz Palminteri, actor, director, screenwriter, producer, and playwright Michael Franzese was one of the most notable figures in New Yorks Mafia. In this very important book, he lifts the curtain on the Washington, DC swamp and exposes what our government operation has really become: A Mafia Democracy. - Paul Manafort, Donald Trumps chairman and campaign manager, 2016 If theres anyone qualified to discuss the dark side of politics, its a former capo of the Colombo family. When you spend your career in the crime business, you notice trends of what makes many of them compromise their values. - Patrick Bet-David, Founder of Valuetainment Michael Franzese blows the lid off of the lies and deceit we all deal with every day. Yes, the mob is alive and well in the US. No, not the one based in NYC. Michael is exposing the criminals in Washington, DC! - Joe Pags Pagliarulo, nationally syndicated television and radio talk show host I have always maintained that the government is no different than the Mafia. Franzeses book, A Mafia Democracy, is a perfect example of this, written by a real Mafia insider who, after leaving the life, became a successful businessman and productive citizen. A definite must-read for those who do not know the inside dealings of both our government officials and the Mafia. - Joseph D. Pistone, former FBI agent, a.k.a. Donnie Brasco It is necessary for a prince wishing to hold his own to know how to do wrong, and to make use of it or not according to necessity.-Niccolo Machiavelli, The PrinceGreed. Lies. Corruption. These are the foundational elements of the American Mafia story. Here, the pursuit of power overshadows even the desire for a dollar, and self-interest outweighs the greater good.It’s a world that’s foreign to the average American-or is it?The values of our democracy and those of Mafia culture are separated by a thin line that’s quickly disintegrating. No one sees this more clearly than former mob boss Michael Franzese. Born into one of New York’s most feared crime families, Michael spent eight years in prison before he walked away from the Mafia for good. Now, he’s sharing the undeniable parallels between mobster and politician. In Mafia Democracy, Michael exposes our government for what it’s become, revealing the psychology behind the gangster lifestyle and how these ideologies have infiltrated the landscape of American politics. With in-depth investigation and astounding examples, this book is your chance to see politicians through a new lens, hold them accountable, and reclaim the democratic ideals that once united our great nation. About the Author Best-selling author and speaker Michael Franzese was born into Mafia life as a second-generation member of the Colombo crime family. Called one of the biggest mob earners since Al Capone by Vanity Fair and featured in Fortunes list of the fifty most powerful Mafia bosses, Michael left mob life behind after meeting his wife and serving eight years of a ten-year prison sentence. Today, Michael Franzese is a new man, sharing the lessons hes learned from organized crime with audiences around the world and mentoring thousands through his private online community and various media channels. Now, he mentors at-risk youth and shares the lessons hes learned from organized crime with audiences around the country.To keep up to date with Michael Franzese, visit: michaelfranzese /