You, the People

The story

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.

Cast & crew

C. Henry GordonJohn 'Boss' Bailey

Byron Shores

Byron ShoresDeputy William 'Bill' Wright

Paul EvertonMayor James W. 'Jim' Wheelock

Matt McHughAlbert 'Bert' / 'Perky' Perkins

Raymond BaileyBailey Henchman

William BaileyJim

Hugh BeaumontPete

Barbara BedfordRooming House Diner

Harry BurnsPrecinct Official Letting Henchmen In

Naomi ChildersRadio Broadcast Spectator

Ken Christy

Ken ChristyBailey Henchman

John DilsonMr. Sanders