They can't lay a finger on him until we find out who's behind him, the higher-ups, you know, who see to it that he gets away with anything he wants, including murder.
9 seconds sound clip from the Bullets or Ballots (1939) classic radio play.
You can hear this line at 00:09:17 in the radio play.
Quote context
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- Well, Kruger had the most lose by cleaner.
- He controls every racket in town.
- He's got an organization that guy, crime incorporated, protected right down the line.
- I wish they'd let you take a crack at this job.
- Ah, maybe. Or maybe just because I hate to see a swell guy eating his heart out.
- Forget it... Well, see you around.
- When, Johnny? It's a long time between your visits, you know.
- Swell.
- Hey! I thought you didn't let mugs into this place.
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