How we cite our quotes: (Chapter.Paragraph)
Quote #7
Nucky had influence with all these people but it was more than his power; […] the people of Atlantic City were happy with the way their town was being run. (5.71)
Contrary to our expectations, the residents of Atlantic City have no issue with someone like Nucky having power over their lives. They're just happy to have someone who listens to their concerns. That's all well and good, but what do you think will happen when things start going south?
Quote #8
Nucky shunned any opportunities to return to power. If he couldn't be the boss, it was better to remain on the sidelines. (6.73)
Nucky had a darn good run at the top. To be honest, we were surprised that Nucky accepted his fate so quickly, going from the wealthiest person in town to a pariah seemingly overnight. It almost makes us admire him—or more than we did before, at least.
Quote #9
That kind of power is intoxicating and only an extraordinary person could have given it up voluntarily. (8.36)
Do you think you would be able to let go of that kind of power so easily? Do you think you could go from being the most powerful person in your town to being an average Joe? We doubt we'd give it up so easily. That would be like Drake quitting music to work at Taco Bell.