I really do have respect for Staino, I just think fox 29 gives him way too much credit.
But i disagree with you on south jersey. Most rackets are independent, with no ties to the mob.
Uncle Joe's low profile philosophy, didn't work either.The feds still got him. So that, I say i would rather act like Merlino and flaunt my power and money.
And I think the feds did Uncle Joe a favor, cause there were too many rumors of unhappy people in the family.
to Uncle Joe's credit he was out on the street as Boss of the family for 10+ years making lots of $$$ in the process, that in itself is a relative success ESPECIALLY in this day in age.
On your other point, I would also flaunt it like Gotti/Merlino (not as open but def enjoy myself). If you know your going to go down anyways then why not enjoy your time on top/outside and live it how you want to live it?
Tommy Shots: They want me running the family, don't they know I have a young wife? Sal Vitale: (laughs) Tommy, jump in, the water's fine.
