The Buddy system: disgraced South Philly pol Buddy Cianfrani is making a comeback as a political consultant
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Cianfrani was a powerful state legislator for over 15 years, but served two years in federal prison for accepting bribes and income tax evasion. Since his release in 1980, all of the 25 local candidates he has consulted have won election. His position as a local kingmaker is unchallenged.
Publication Name: Philadelphia Magazine
Subject: Regional focus/area studies
ISSN: 0031-7233
Year: 1992
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Fish story
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Stein became a success more than 30 years ago in Philadelphia when he opened several popular restaurants. He went through a period of several years during which he had drug and other personal problems. He will open a new restaurant, the Striped Bass.
Publication Name: Philadelphia Magazine
Subject: Regional focus/area studies
ISSN: 0031-7233
Year: 1993
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Steve Sabol makes history
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Steve Sabol's passion for the preservation of history has made him the Steven Spielberg of sports documentary. His latest work, 'Football America,' focuses on the game at the grassroots level. The film is his bid for the Academy.
Publication Name: Philadelphia Magazine
Subject: Regional focus/area studies
ISSN: 0031-7233
Year: 1996
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