>>19871589
>Look no further than the most notorious organized crime figure of all time - Al Capone.
>>19871589
>In 1931, a special investigation unit called the "Untouchables" was formed to target Capone's
>criminal empire. Led by U.S. Treasury Agent Eliot Ness,
Bannon references the Untouchables frequently. Frequently mentioning the quote abuot how everyone knows where the booze is. It's just who's willing to kick down the door
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That’s why the participants want the secret history of the 2020 election told, even though it
sounds like a paranoid fever dream–a well-funded cabal of powerful people, ranging across
industries and ideologies, working together behind the scenes to influence perceptions,
change rules and laws, steer media coverage and control the flow of information.
They were not rigging the election; they were fortifying it.1
“Fortifying it”? That sure sounds like a euphemism for rigging the election. Where have we heard
this sort of rationalization by criminals before?
Look no further than the most notorious organized crime figure of all time - Al Capone.
"I've been spending the best years of my life as a public benefactor. I've given people the
light pleasures, shown them a good time. And all I get is abuse. When I sell liquor, they call it
bootlegging."2
I’m sure it is merely coincidence, but Al Capone was also famous for quipping that people should
“Vote early and vote often”.
Al Capone, one of the most notorious gangsters in American history, was ultimately brought to justice
through a combination of investigative efforts and legal strategies. While Capone was involved in
numerous criminal activities, including bootlegging, gambling, and racketeering, it was tax evasion
that ultimately led to his downfall.
In 1931, a special investigation unit called the "Untouchables" was formed to target Capone's
criminal empire. Led by U.S. Treasury Agent Eliot Ness, the team focused on gathering evidence
against Capone and his associates. They faced significant challenges, as Capone had powerful
political connections and an extensive network of corrupt officials protecting him.
However, the authorities managed to gather enough evidence to charge Capone with income tax
evasion. The investigation revealed that Capone had not reported his illegal income and had not paid
taxes on it. In 1931, he was indicted on 22 counts of tax evasion.
During his trial, which took place in 1931, the prosecution presented evidence of Capone's
unreported income and lavish lifestyle. Despite his attempts to bribe and intimidate jurors, Capone
was found guilty on five counts of tax evasion. In October 1931, he was sentenced to eleven years in
federal prison, fined $50,000, and ordered to pay $215,000 in back taxes, plus interest and court
costs.
Capone initially served his sentence in a federal penitentiary in Atlanta, Georgia, but due to his
continued criminal influence, he was transferred to the infamous Alcatraz Island prison in 1934. He
remained there until his release in 1939 for good behavior and deteriorating health, as he was
suffering from neurosyphilis.
1 1Molly Ball, The Secret History of the Shadow Campaign That Saved the 2020 Election,
https://time.com/5936036/secret-2020-election-campaign/
2 https://www.myalcaponemuseum.com/id211.htm
It's worth noting that while Capone was ultimately convicted for tax evasion, his imprisonment
effectively ended his criminal career and marked a significant victory for law enforcement in their
efforts to dismantle his criminal empire.
The similarities between Al Capone’s criminal operations and what happened during the 2020
election are uncanny.
Public Perception
Most people knew Al Capone was a criminal. The majority of Americans (62%) now understand that
fraud likely impacted the results of the 2020 election.
During Al Capone's criminal career, public opinion about him varied. It's important to note that
specific polling data related to Capone's public perception is limited, as detailed and reliable public
opinion polling was not as prevalent during that time. However, historical accounts and anecdotal
evidence provide some insights into how Americans perceived Capone.
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Popularity in Some Communities: Capone was known for his involvement in organized crime and
illicit activities, particularly during the Prohibition era. In certain neighborhoods, especially those
affected by the economic downturn of the Great Depression, Capone gained popularity and was seen
as a Robin Hood-like figure. His charitable acts, such as organizing soup kitchens and providing
assistance to struggling families, garnered support from those who viewed him as someone taking
care of their community.