You, the People (1940)
11/30/1940 (US) • 21m
Overview
This MGM Crime Does Not Pay series short features a big city crime boss's attempt to use his crime "machine" to fraudulently win reelection for the current corrupt mayor. By using several illegal tactics, and aided by voter apathy, the crime boss nearly continues his control of the city.
Top Billed Cast
John 'Boss' Bailey
Deputy William 'Bill' Wright
Mayor James W. 'Jim' Wheelock
Albert 'Bert' / 'Perky' Perkins
Bailey Henchman
Pete
Rooming House Diner
Precinct Official Letting Henchmen In
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