When Corruption Was King: How I Helped the Mob Rule Chicago, Then Brought the Outfit Down

Name: When Corruption Was King: How I Helped the Mob Rule Chicago, Then Brought the Outfit Down
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Book Synopsis: Bob Cooley was the Chicago Mafia’s fixer of court cases. During the 1970s and ‘80s, Cooley bribed judges, juries, and cops to keep his Mob clients out of jail. Paid handsomely for his services, he lived fast and enjoyed the protection of the men he served. Yet, by the end of the ‘90s, without a pending conviction, he became the star witness in nine federal trials that took down the most powerful Mafia family in the history of organized crime. When Corruption Was King is the story of a Mob lawyer turned mole with a million-dollar contract on his head who went back and forth between sin and sainthood—a turbulent youth, a stint on Chicago’s police force, law school, and then the inner sanctum of Chicago’s wiseguys. He dined with Mob bosses and shared “last suppers” with friends before their gangland executions. In a startling act of conscience, Cooley walked into the office of the U.S. Organized Crime Strike Force and agreed to wear a wire on the very same Mafia overlords who had made him a player. This book reveals the personal story behind the federal investigation that finally ended the dominance of organized crime in a great American city.

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Step into the thrilling world of organized crime and justice with "When Corruption Was King." This captivating book follows the incredible journey of Bob Cooley, the Chicago Mafia's fixer turned informant. Through his riveting accounts, readers are taken on a rollercoaster ride through the gritty streets of Chicago, where bribes, corruption, and redemption collide in a tale that will leave you on the edge of your seat.

Explore the fascinating double life of Bob Cooley as he straddled the line between loyalty to the Mob and his newfound commitment to justice. Witness the dramatic highs and lows of a man who went from being a key player in the criminal underworld to a courageous whistleblower who risked it all to bring down the most powerful Mafia family in history. This gripping narrative is a testament to the resilience of the human spirit and the power of redemption.

Discover the real-life drama, intrigue, and suspense that unfolded behind the scenes of one of the most significant federal investigations in American history. "When Corruption Was King" offers a rare glimpse into the inner workings of organized crime and law enforcement, shedding light on the intricate web of deceit and betrayal that ultimately led to the downfall of Chicago's notorious Mob bosses. Don't miss out on this captivating story of crime, justice, and redemption!

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