“The rules were brutally enforced; the only reason people in the family didn't lie, cheat and steal from each other more than they already did, was that it would cost them their money or their heads.” — Nick Apuzzo Copy Share Image
“Colui che è fedele non è mai sconfitto. (One who is loyal is never defeated.)” — Nick Apuzzo Copy Share Image
“The people that surround you in 'the life' are people who don't have much in the way of a moral compass.” — Nick Apuzzo Copy Share Image
“A family's structure is paramilitary, and commanding it is the Capofamiglia, commonly referred to as simply the 'Boss', absolute ruler with unquestioned life or… — Nick Apuzzo Copy Share Image
“First lesson, never show weakness. They take from you, you take it back with interest, and you hurt them so bad they won't think… — Nick Apuzzo Copy Share Image
“Violence was seen by wiseguys as a tool to get what you want and only occasionally to vent your anger. It was not seen… — Nick Apuzzo Copy Share Image
“Survival on the streets required that you be respected and a large part of that street credibility was based upon the perception that you… — Nick Apuzzo Copy Share Image
“Everyone in 'the life' was brutal by necessity and most by nature as well, however some were also intelligent. Of course, intelligence itself was… — Nick Apuzzo Copy Share Image
“The rules were brutally enforced; the only reason people in the family didn't lie, cheat and steal from each other more than they already… — Nick Apuzzo Copy Share Image
