McNulty: I got to ask you. If every time Snotboogie would grab the money and run away, why'd you even let him in the game?
Snotboogie's Friend: What?
McNulty: If Snotboogie always stole the money, why'd you let him play?
Snot Boogie's Friend: Got to. It's America, man.

Almost 15 years later and nothing comes close to The Wire. Nothing.