La Cosa Nostra

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Organized crime has existed in society for hundreds of years in one form or another. It generally exists in prosperous societies where strong class distinctions, which are sometimes brutally enforced, exist. The history and dealings associated with major crime organizations have been well-documented. In this paper, the effect of La Cosa Nostra, which translates as "Our Thing" or "Our Cause," is discussed in relation to modern society. This paper also discusses the efforts and results of law enforcement in regard to the Mafia.

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"Organized crime in the United States has been around for a long time. Since the early 1900's, "organized" crime has existed and continues to exist in the United States today. Organized crime is generally prevalent in regions of high population density, where there are sufficient opportunities available to make money illegally. Organized crime can be therefore classified as a society-influenced crime. In recent years, however, the growing strength of organized crime over international borders and the end of the cold war has resulted in concern for the US government and policy makers. Crime, terrorism, information warfare, weapons of mass destruction and proliferation are also some of the growing concerns that are related to organized crime."

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