Political Corruption
/pəˈlɪtɪkəl kəˈrʌpʃən/
Definitions
- (n.) The abuse of public power by government officials for private gain, including bribery, nepotism, and embezzlement.
The investigation uncovered widespread political corruption within the city council.
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- political corruption
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Commentary
Political corruption typically involves legal and ethical violations by public officials; clarity in drafting statutes distinguishes between corrupt conduct and legitimate political activities.
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