 While the word "mafia" is never spoken in  _Godfather, The (1972)_ (qv), it is heard three times during the  Senate Hearings. Senator Geary says "these hearings on the  Mafia...". The committee Chairman says "you are the head of the most  powerful Mafia family in this country". Michael Corleone in his  statement says "whether it is called Mafia or Cosa Nostra or  whatever other name you wish..."