corruption

A prime locale to talk bribery, suspect campaign funding, and all other instances of political corruption. The shadier, the better.

47 and Fifth. First Place in The Moment That Changed Everything Challenge. Top Story - June 2024. Content Warning.
Sun-spun choppers bungee over Fifth Avenue. The vultures are gathering for a primetime carcass. The rungs are hot as I climb the ladder on the side of news van. I plant my feet on its roof and shoulder my Sony PXW. I struggle to find focus amidst the clouds of smoke and flares.
By Addison Alder2 years ago in The Swamp
The Gift that keeps on giving.
I’m usually not the one to share political views with the community, let alone with the world. But after recently reading an article with very little relevancy, I thought to myself… Why not? I believe the majority of readers will enjoy participating in this thoughtful process.
By Lamar Wiggins2 years ago in The Swamp
Corruption is a gratification
Corruption: The Gratification Trap Corruption often masquerades as a shortcut to success, a path paved with immediate gratification. But scratch beneath the surface, and you'll find a tangled web of deceit with far-reaching consequences.
By Moharif Yulianto2 years ago in The Swamp
The basics of a person's corruption
Corruption isn't a singular entity; it's a complex web of behaviors driven by opportunity and motivation. Here's a breakdown of the key elements that contribute to a person's corruption:
By Moharif Yulianto2 years ago in The Swamp
Corruption is a feudal culture
There's some truth to the idea that corruption can thrive in feudal cultures, but it's not a perfect fit. Here's a breakdown of the connection and some nuances to consider:
By Moharif Yulianto2 years ago in The Swamp
The Story of the "Felon" and the "Crook"
When it comes to the realm of political fundraising, issues can sometimes bring about as many opportunity as they do obstacles. Imagine for a moment that two political figures are each branded with shameful titles by their opponents.
By Estalontech2 years ago in The Swamp
History of the world's biggest corruption
Defining the "world's biggest corruption" is complex. Corruption can be measured in stolen money, societal impact, or the number of people affected. However, a strong contender for this dubious title is the colossal scheme perpetrated by the Soviet Union during the Cold War, known as the "Petromania" scandal.
By Moharif Yulianto2 years ago in The Swamp
The Guardian’s Struggle: A Symbol of Protection and Unfairness
A striking emblem of what is believed to be injustice and unfair treatment inside the legal system, the phrase “kangaroo court” has emerged in recent times as a powerful metaphor.
By Estalontech2 years ago in The Swamp
America the asylum...
24MAY2024; 1459, FRI– Baltimore, MD, USA “Their words claim that I am near and dear to them; though, their hearts are far from me.” That’s my paraphrasing of a quote from my favorite Prophet.
By Nefarious Darrius2 years ago in The Swamp
Biden & America's Hypocrisy in Ignoring Human Rights Violations in US & Africa But Coming for Burkina Faso . Content Warning.
Tuesday, 22 May 2024 By: TB Obwoge If you travel internationally often, you would probably get the sense that people think Americans are lunatics! We have a horrible world name, we have more than enough sterotypical rhetoric floating about, however is it really just sterotypes?
By IwriteMywrongs2 years ago in The Swamp
Council House Gardens.. Content Warning.
I live in a council house We have a chain-link fence down one side of our garden and a bought fence on a wall on the other side.
By Carol Ann Townend2 years ago in The Swamp
We Are Not Lazy Because We Are On Benefits. Top Story - May 2024.
My life has not been easy. I struggled at school with bullying and school work with very little support available to me, and that continued into adulthood, where it interfered with my mental health, and my ability to find work.
By Carol Ann Townend2 years ago in The Swamp