The nj case is an interesting one. I think there is a general respect for the mafia as far as their history and also how they have been immortalised in films but i doubt it extends onto the street in any wide spread way. If you remember from the wiretap they asked for the blood leaders help in stopping an associate from getting extorted by another blood. The mobsters still have respect for being apart of what they are a part, its like a brand name everyone recognises.