Joseph Loscalzo. and many others. who knew the heavy burden of being pioneers among us. but nevertheless. were most generous and helpful towards the young among us who were striving for position in the community. These men gave us courage. In a way we have come full circle from the days of the lonely immigrant to the present where ItaloAmericans are part and parcel. and in many ways. the shapers of the melting pot. We have not produced angels nor have we produced devils. We have produced 20 million good Americans and like all other races have some bad apples which we. more than anyone else. condemn and wish to eliminate from our midst.
Identified stereotypes
Acknowledges that there are 'bad apples' within the group, but emphasizes that they are condemned by the community.