How to prevent political corruption - Stephanie Honchell Smith
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Corruption is often defined as misuse of a position of power for personal gain. And while corruption in politics is nothing new, it isn’t limited to the political sphere; it can happen in schools, sports, businesses, or religious institutions. So, what exactly is corruption, and what can we do to combat it? Stephanie Honchell Smith explores the importance of transparency in building public trust.
South Africans protested in response to widespread corruption in their country and initiated change. Can you think of any moments in American history when the voices of discontented citizens affected change to a corrupt system?
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