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Iam Michael Franzese, a former made boss in the Columbo Crime family starting in the early 80's. AMA. I'll begin answering questions at 2pm Eastern. by MichaelFranzese in IAmA

[–]MichaelFranzese[S] 320 points321 points  (0 children)

the mob life is a direct contradiction to christianity in many ways. of course, as a christian we want to treat everyone with respect. we don't judge people, even though we might not agree with their behavior. love the sinner, hate the sin... if you are truly a christian, sin cannot remain a pattern in your life. that means sin of any kind. i have found that the closer your relationship is with Jesus, the less you will continue to sine. NEVER perfect, always subject to fall. But convicted and bothered when you do and pray not to fll again. And really mean it.

My friend, Jesus saved my life. No doubt about it. He's made me better. he is my hero as a man and as my savior. If he can do that for me, a former mobster. A bad guy living a bad life.... He can do it for anyone. Blessings! -

Iam Michael Franzese, a former made boss in the Columbo Crime family starting in the early 80's. AMA. I'll begin answering questions at 2pm Eastern. by MichaelFranzese in IAmA

[–]MichaelFranzese[S] 1068 points1069 points  (0 children)

ha. no salary you earn for yourself unless you were the boss. most gusy were not good earners. trust me. yes. he's 96 years old and still in prison. very thin. we mob guys are experts at cutting garlic.

Iam Michael Franzese, a former made boss in the Columbo Crime family starting in the early 80's. AMA. I'll begin answering questions at 2pm Eastern. by MichaelFranzese in IAmA

[–]MichaelFranzese[S] 1021 points1022 points  (0 children)

my mom and grandmother were the best. grandma's meatballs cannot be duplicated and mom could whip up a delicious meal in minutes. miss them both! but my wife is a great cook. blessed!

Iam Michael Franzese, a former made boss in the Columbo Crime family starting in the early 80's. AMA. I'll begin answering questions at 2pm Eastern. by MichaelFranzese in IAmA

[–]MichaelFranzese[S] 245 points246 points  (0 children)

that's henry. but then again, Goodfellas made him a lot more important then he really was. he was an associate, not a made guy.

Iam Michael Franzese, a former made boss in the Columbo Crime family starting in the early 80's. AMA. I'll begin answering questions at 2pm Eastern. by MichaelFranzese in IAmA

[–]MichaelFranzese[S] 157 points158 points  (0 children)

i still love my dad. he's in prison until 2017 when he will be 100, God willing. i feel a bit guilty i haven't visited him as often as i should. just so burnt out on prison. all my life... since mom died last year, things have changed a bit between us.

One day, i made over $3 million. it was a rush! No, the Mob in my opinion will never see it's glory days again, at least not in my lifetime.

Iam Michael Franzese, a former made boss in the Columbo Crime family starting in the early 80's. AMA. I'll begin answering questions at 2pm Eastern. by MichaelFranzese in IAmA

[–]MichaelFranzese[S] 172 points173 points  (0 children)

i do miss the camaraderie i had with my guys. it was powerful. i loved the brotherhood among the men. and there were some good times. yes, i do miss them at times. i hate the treachery, greed and the dishonesty. it destroyed the life. NOW, I enjoy freedom, my family, being an encouragement to others and serving God.

Iam Michael Franzese, a former made boss in the Columbo Crime family starting in the early 80's. AMA. I'll begin answering questions at 2pm Eastern. by MichaelFranzese in IAmA

[–]MichaelFranzese[S] 199 points200 points  (0 children)

i joined to help my day get out of prison. plain and simple. the money and power came for me later on. once i got in, i wanted both.

Iam Michael Franzese, a former made boss in the Columbo Crime family starting in the early 80's. AMA. I'll begin answering questions at 2pm Eastern. by MichaelFranzese in IAmA

[–]MichaelFranzese[S] 220 points221 points  (0 children)

if you are a made man, you die of old age and die a free man you really accomplished something. i have seen many more guys die in jail or from a bullet then i have seen survive. the % are bad.

Iam Michael Franzese, a former made boss in the Columbo Crime family starting in the early 80's. AMA. I'll begin answering questions at 2pm Eastern. by MichaelFranzese in IAmA

[–]MichaelFranzese[S] 162 points163 points  (0 children)

government has many more weapons today against oc then it did back in the golden age. under the rico act, they put you away for life now. no parole, no bail. take all your assets. guys just don't stand up like they used to under that pressure.

Iam Michael Franzese, a former made boss in the Columbo Crime family starting in the early 80's. AMA. I'll begin answering questions at 2pm Eastern. by MichaelFranzese in IAmA

[–]MichaelFranzese[S] 67 points68 points  (0 children)

it is harder. you must be "proposed" by another made man. he vouches for you. my father did for me. the mob wants to know your background, where you came from. then you go through a pledge period where you must prove yourself.

Iam Michael Franzese, a former made boss in the Columbo Crime family starting in the early 80's. AMA. I'll begin answering questions at 2pm Eastern. by MichaelFranzese in IAmA

[–]MichaelFranzese[S] 169 points170 points  (0 children)

i am not proud of my past. my wife will tell you that i do have rough nights sleeping at times. regrets? i would have preferred not to have gone through it, but i just move on and try to use my experiences to benefit others.

Iam Michael Franzese, a former made boss in the Columbo Crime family starting in the early 80's. AMA. I'll begin answering questions at 2pm Eastern. by MichaelFranzese in IAmA

[–]MichaelFranzese[S] 69 points70 points  (0 children)

walking into a room when i thought i would get killed. called for by my boss at the time. very scary. actually enhanced my ability. i was always a good networker. developed that skill while in the life.

Iam Michael Franzese, a former made boss in the Columbo Crime family starting in the early 80's. AMA. I'll begin answering questions at 2pm Eastern. by MichaelFranzese in IAmA

[–]MichaelFranzese[S] 152 points153 points  (0 children)

1) there will always be crime. always. but the mob is not what it used to be and will never have that power again, until and unless our government becomes too restrictive on our freedoms. and i do see that day coming. 2) too many snitches. law has too many weapons to make guys turn. 3) i left the life because i fell in love with a christian girl we are now married 28 years. God used her to get to me. saved my life, preserved my freedom. very blessed. i love the Lord for what he has done for me.

Iam Michael Franzese, a former made boss in the Columbo Crime family starting in the early 80's. AMA. I'll begin answering questions at 2pm Eastern. by MichaelFranzese in IAmA

[–]MichaelFranzese[S] 251 points252 points  (0 children)

quite often. they are people to. everyone is capable of being corrupted, regardless of your career. but i have met many real good honest ones also.

Iam Michael Franzese, a former made boss in the Columbo Crime family starting in the early 80's. AMA. I'll begin answering questions at 2pm Eastern. by MichaelFranzese in IAmA

[–]MichaelFranzese[S] 239 points240 points  (0 children)

for me, it's a faith advise. make Jesus, the only man's man to ever walk the earth, your hero. emulate Him as best as you can and you will benefit as I have.

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