Corruption College Essays Samples For Students

The Gilded Age was the period between the 1870s and the 1890s in the history of the United States of America. The term was coined by the famous Mark Twain meaning that the country was glittering on the surface but suffering from corruption from the inside. In simple terms, this was a period in which the country was facing corruption and various social evils in the high levels of governance. “These social behaviors include vulgar behavior, scandalous-plagued politics, shady business practices, corporate buccaneers and unscrupulous speculators” (Oakes, James, McGerr, Lewis, Cullather, Boydston, Summers, and Townsend, 167). Though, it could Continue reading...

Philosophy

Introduction
Ethical behavior is an essential requirement in any activity. All Individuals have a responsibility to perform their activities in a professional manner within the acceptable moral ethics. Ethical standards are upheld both in the national constitution and corporate constitution of any company. Any individual or corporate that violates any outlined ethical law is liable to prosecution in civil and industrial courts. Ethical misconduct in the company range from inappropriate dressing, corruption, nepotism, racial discrimination and many other ethical frauds. To safeguard the reputation of an organization against a fall out with the society, the culprits should be held Continue reading...

On the one hand, Bill Clinton is opposed to the Vietnam wars stating that the war was uncalled for as it did not fight for immediate freedom or peace of the nation. Bill Clinton in his proposition thinks that there is no democratic government that has the power to make its citizens pour blood or die in a war that they do not support. Bill Clinton believes that the draft system is in itself illegitimate. On the other hand, Bill Clinton advocates for the draft, stating political feasibility as the excuse. Clinton needs to maintain political viability within the Continue reading...

Corruption is a problem not only related to bad governance and misallocation of resources of the country it also highly influences the business sector of the economy. Business contracts are concluded for the sake of self-interest and gain of particular agents, rather than welfare of the citizens. Despite the measures undertaken by governments in the form of laws and regulations, corruption actively takes place. Violations of anti-corruption laws are common all over the world: not a single culture and nation can boast having non-corrupt business ethics. The issue of corruption is a matter of concern, for the reason that Continue reading...

Introduction:

In the past, good people who did one bad thing while under extraordinary pressure usually committed most asset misappropriation and occupation fraud. Because that was the view of the average white-collar offender the Justice System, and the public did my see them as true criminals. Accordingly, they received lenient treatment in the Justice System as a result. Today there is a different type of white collar according to Professor Holtfreter in her paper entitled Is occupational fraud “typical” white-collar crime? A comparison of individual and organizational characteristics that was published in the Journal of Criminal Justice, Volume 33 in Continue reading...

The term corruption in the simplest and most basic sense refers to the abuse or misuse of the available public resources and amenities by few individuals so as to benefit their private needs and urges. It also refers to a state where the people elected in public places, and offices use their powers and privilege to enrich themselves with the public resources. And powers at the expense of the general public or a whole society. At the face value, major corruption scandals would involve instances and cases where the officers in the positions of authority take bribe and solicit Continue reading...

The confessions

I will be illustrating the notable actions portrayed by the police in the video-the confession. I will also discuss the issues depicted in the video as a result of the police behavior. The essay will also specify the constitutional Amendments the police may have violated as a result of their unconstitutional works. The confession is the title of the video that is written by Ofra Bikel.
According to the video, the confession, we learn that the police do not entertain corrupt activities. Once a police officer’s is involved in dishonest activities, such as receiving bribes, then it is Continue reading...

Introduction

It is popularly believed that the original Tibetan culture under the Dalai Lama was spiritual, non-violent and free from corruption, lust, and greed and that Tibetans lived happily in pre-1950 period before the invasion of the country by China. However, it is claimed by China that the reality was far from true as Tibetan society was marked by corruption, lust, greed, and barbarity. Not a long ago, the head of the Chinese administration for religious affairs, Ye Xiaowen, claimed in a published article in a state-run newspaper 'China Daily' that "History clearly reveals that the old Tibet was not Continue reading...

The May fourth causes and happenings

The May fourth movement is a period in China’s history that was characterized by political unrest and demonstration in streets mainly caused by students in protest of the nature of political instability and governmental failure towards protection of China’s sovereignty and its people. These protests took place in the year 1919 and were China’s movement towards democracy and change in political system that saw control brought to the masses and away from a few people in power. It also saw the abolishment of traditional systems that had influenced the negative political situations and resulted to the Continue reading...

When you watch Arrow, an American show based on DC Comics hero character, Green Arrow, you know you are going to enjoy hours of suspense and action. Arrow, ideally, captures the story of a rich youth Oliver Queen (Stephen Amell) who after five years of being stranded in a deserted island returns home as a secret vigilante with the core aim of fighting crime and corruption in his home city, Starling city. Just like any other Television Show, Arrow has its own share of highs and lows that may impact differently on different segments of the viewers.
The show’ Continue reading...

When you watch Arrow, an American show based on DC Comics hero character, Green Arrow, you know you are going to enjoy hours of suspense and action. Arrow, ideally, captures the story of a rich youth Oliver Queen (Stephen Amell) who after five years of being stranded in a deserted island returns home as a secret vigilante with the core aim of fighting crime and corruption in his home city, Starling city. Just like any other Television Show, Arrow has its own share of highs and lows that may impact differently on different segments of the viewers.
The show’ Continue reading...

Abstract

The accountability of officials in public sector is a vital problem, as the availability of funds allocated among various public agencies and power abuse possibilities may create a dangerous environment breeding corruption. To avoid the erosion of the state apparatus, societies and citizens participate in governmental control through various forms of accountability and its initiatives. Democracy, the elimination of corruption and money mismanagement, the enhancement of state public sector efficiency, and the establishment of transparency are the undeniable benefits of public officials’ accountability. However, even the most well developed forms of accountability are far from flawless. Depending on a Continue reading...

All accounts and stories of how man came to be showcase humans as being good in nature. From the accounts of creation, to those who believe the origin of man to be from the gods, man has always been portrayed as being pure. The accounts explain that a man was sinless when he came to be. The reason is that nature played a crucial part in maintaining the divineness of man until he regrouped to form a society. Nature was depicted as being filled with goodness. In nature, everything is devoid of any evil or sin. What remains is Continue reading...

Corruption can be generally defined as the abuse of power, office or authority in pursuit of personal gain. Corruption is an endemic and pervasive issue in most third-world countries, where it can be seen as a feature of governance. Corruption mostly plagues the public sector and civil service of countries. It could be argued, as a result of corruption being observed only in the public sector and civil service, that corruption flourishes in the absence of control mechanisms in the legislature of a country. All levels of governance are affected by corruption in such cases, and efforts to curb Continue reading...

According to Mark Twain, the 19th century was the period of “Gilded age” that was characterized by greed. The 19th century is described as the era of liberated capitalism and corruption (Upchurch 28). It marked the formative period of America. This paper answers the question whether; the new mass culture of the late 19th century marked an increase in freedom or a new form of social control.
In America, the 19th century contributed to the creation of the modern industrial economy. Communication and transportation network were created. In addition, corporations and the managerial revolution created transformed business organizations and Continue reading...

Analysis of Argument of Who Improves the Lives of Young People in Apology 24d-25c)

The analysis of this paper looks at Socrates defense that he does not corrupt the youth of Athens. Specifically, the paper examines the passage from Apology (24d-25c). “Come, then, and tell these jurors ” to “Of course it is, whether you and Anytus say so or not”” will be addressed and considered.
First the conclusion of the argument Socrates makes is prefaced by the accusation that Socrates has been charged with corruption of the youth and not believing in the gods the city of Athens believes (24b). It is helpful to separate between Socrates argument, and the argument Socrates is Continue reading...

Business in China

China seems to be a very specific country to make business in. Starting with business ethics and ending with legal peculiarities, having some business in this country is like no other experience. One of the key peculiarities, however, may not be that pleasant. This is namely the scope of corruption.
I think that the problem of corruption in People’s Republic of China has two major elements. These are the political nature of the country and of its influence on business ethics and business development and the mentality of the Chinese people.
The first of these two comprises the Continue reading...

1. Introduction
The need for disciplining the communities against possible flaws in the process of personal as well as social life of individuals is of prime importance for every law enforcement agency. The regulation of society on the basis of the law of the land is possible only if there is a strongly organized and ethically blameless model of policing. In the wake of increasing crimes and issues of fraudulent behavior of the people, the relevance of law enforcement by eligible and educated police officers is significant for the smooth governance of the society. Presently, the effectiveness of the Continue reading...

In the opinion of Pickett and Pickett (2012), corruption may be described as the misuse of power for individual gain. Sometimes, corruption is interchangeably used with bribery. In the opinion of Santoro and Strauss (2013), bribery is the act of offering, seeking or receiving any valuable item to sway the actions of people with power in discharge of public duty. Forms of corruption involve fraud, embezzlement, favoritism, collusion, and extortion. Evidence shows that corruption and bribery have been practiced for many years; although up to date, they have attracted increasing attention. It is unclear whether the attention of corruption Continue reading...

Religion is one of the major themes portrayed in candied. Voltaire’s mockery is mainly focused on religion. Voltaire criticizes religion throughout the entire book. He brings out religion as morally bankrupt and corrupt. The religious figures in Candide include the Jesuit baron, the inquisitor and the protestant minister. Voltaire despises the corruption found in the clergy of the Catholic Church. An elderly woman helps Candide to re unite with his love, Cunegonde, after a long time. While on a ship, the three share stories of the experiences and troubles that they had gone through. Initially the old woman Continue reading...

Chapter 3: “The shape of the security order in the former USSR”, by M. Sussex

Matthew Sussex, in his witty approach wonders why twenty years after the ‘New World Order’ that scuttled the former USSR, key questions regarding the sources of insecurity are still unanswered. Bearing the uncertainty in mind, Matthew Sussex dedicates this chapter of his book into examining the security order that is emergent in the territory that belonged to the former USSR. Sussex is very particular about the roles that different organizations and institutions play in contributing to the security order.
In his wisdom, Sussex finds that the space that was the former Soviet Union can be best characterized as a Continue reading...

"The basic need of the creator is independence. The reasoning mind cannot work under any form of compulsion. It cannot be curbed, sacrificed or subordinated to any consideration
whatsoever. It demands total independence in function and in motive. To a creator, all
relations with men are secondary”.
These words were uttered by Howard Roark in court as he was being tried for dynamiting Cortlandt Homes, a low-income housing project that he was commissioned to design. Hearing these words gives one a clear understanding of the kind of person Howard Roark is, a creator who only follows his own ideas Continue reading...

The federal jurors of Chicago convict the Governor of Illinois George Ryan due to 18 different cases of corruption in April 2006 (Driehaus, 2007). The 18 counts of corruption entail tax fraud, racketeering, lying to the police enforcement, filing false tax returns among others. In his heyday, Ryan was an ardent supporter for granting clemency to death row victims. In 2003, Ryan got a nomination for the Nobel peace prize (Wilgoren, 2003). At the time, he had commuted many death sentences.
The family of Ryan prior to his conviction benefited from bounties to vacations, cash, and tickets to events Continue reading...

Political corruption refers to impurity that occurs when an office holder or any other government employee acts in a manner aimed at enriching him/herself while in office. This has been a rampant case in New York with many allegations being leveled to different personalities within the state. One such case is that of Senator Malcolm Smith who was recently accused of plotting with officials at Rockland County and New York City to switch parties so that he could run for a Mayoral post. He, together with his counterparts, was to raise funds to facilitate this move and as such Continue reading...

The international market has welcomed globalization because of the economies of scale that it presents to companies. Lower material and production costs are among the benefits of globalization. However, with globalization comes the problem of production of counterfeit goods. Since the manufacturing process is often outsourced to different countries, the trade secrets no longer remain as secrets.
Despite the efforts of governments worldwide to curb counterfeiting of goods, there still remains a proliferation of fake goods. Manufacturers of counterfeit goods are able to evade enforcers through various ways. One way is by minimizing their inventories through the “just in Continue reading...

The term, Police Corruption refers to misuse of authority by policemen in order to gain some personal benefits. When Police officials accept money or any other favors from law violators for not enforcing or distorting the law, their dishonest act falls in the category of police corruption. Police corruption creates a number of other complicacies in the society as it is directly associated to law and order. This paper intends to discuss police corruption, its causes, and some necessary steps to rein in police corruption along with other related aspects of the subject matter.
Police corruption is not a Continue reading...

If Murder, Fraud, and Bribery are Acceptable in a Host Country, is it OK for a Company to Participate in those Activities in Order to Remain Competitive?
When a company’s management decides to open an office overseas, it may face new challenges. It often happens that the host state may offer worse economic, social and political conditions for company operations as compared to the country where the company is originally headquartered. For example, the company based in a developed state (such as Singapore) may take the challenge to expand its clientele through a presence in a developing state ( Continue reading...

Kuwait has experienced a political standoff over a long term. The political stability has always depended on the cooperation of the parliament which is the oldest and the most powerful legislative system in the Gulf Arab states, and the government. However since 2007, the country has experienced standoffs which have led to the resignations of various government officials including the Oil minister (Torbey). In fact at some instance the Emir dissolved the parliament which was dominated by the opposition as a result of lack of cooperation from the members of parliament.

Election

The other issue of national importance is elections. Continue reading...

Legends and myths have always been a favorite pastime of history. It tells a story even if the story holds truths or lies or myths. Stories are what capitates from the beginning of the time and will always remain cherished. This paper will reflect on the legend that has mystified countless people throughout time, What Happen to Jimmy Hoffa?
This is a legend that people need to know for it part of our history of America. It made footprints that affected the history of union teams, mafia and other elements. People need to remember this man for even over Continue reading...

Corruption is the unjustified of power by an individual or individuals in s position of power or public office in one’s country. In this paper I will focus on North Korea as my country of choice for the study regarding its high level of corruption and showcase and highlight on the various actions that have led to great form of corruption like bribery. I will majorly emphasis on the abuse of power due to the within the government police within this country.
Corruption in North Korea is an extensive and rising tricky operation in the North Korean society. Continue reading...

The Gilded Age refers to the period in history in the United States between the year 1869 and 1896 which was also coupled with political paralysis. This period which occurred after the civil war and the reconstruction era was marked with sheer ineptitude and corruption. The two dominant parties at the time were rooted in religion and ethnicity with fierce competition for offices and votes. In return, they dished out benefits to veterans in politics and other special interest groups in reward for their loyalty. This paper shall argue that politics in the Gilded Age sunk to a low Continue reading...

In the recent past, the new regime that has taken over the Chinese government has launched what is perhaps the most intensive anti-corruption campaign that has ever been witnessed in China. The campaign has been termed as highly intensive as the regime seeks to go after both high and low ranking individuals who perpetuate corruption in all its attendant forms. This approach is aptly captured in the words of the regime’s new leader, President Xi Jinping who terms it as going after both “tigers” and “flies”. If the statistics are anything to go by, the new regime means Continue reading...

Essay #1: Peter Eigen’s and Transparency International

The Vanderbilt Latin American Opinion Project (LAPOP) study’s seminal contribution to analysis of corruption in Latin America is discussed in Peter Eigen’s TED talk covers what is described by he as “one of the world's most baffling social problems” (LAPOP, 2013, TED, 2013). According to Eigen corruption can be “traced to systematic, pervasive government corruption, hand-in-glove with global companies” in response to limited attention to adequate regulatory provision in both developing and developed countries. Since the global financial crisis of 2008, the increase in transnational corruption has been widespread.
No longer the provenance of sovereign rule or Continue reading...

MS WORD PART 1

This article is intents to highlight the unfolding events around China’s politician Bo Xilai who was sentenced to a life term in prison due to his alleged involvement in grand corruption. The accused was charge on the following counts; abuse of power, bribery and embezzlement having been a former party chief. The downfall of Bo Xilai come a moment when his wife had been convicted for alleged involvement in the murder of a British businessman Neil Heywood. Perhaps, this events are considered the biggest shakeup to have ever occurred to the china’s political elites group.
The decision Continue reading...

Socrates was one of the greatest Greek philosophers, who became embodiment of the ideal sage for the next generation, was sentenced to death by the Athenian authorities after a public trial. It all started with the fact that Melita, the Athenian poet, claimed that Socrates allegedly violated the law, trying to explore what's under the ground, and what is in the heavens, giving a lie for the truth, and teaching others the same. Socrates was accused of violating the piety, denying the gods recognized by the Athenians, and the introduction of new. These accusations were stated publicly. The hidden Continue reading...

I do believe that transparency is a key component of good governance. Absence of transparency introduces issues of corruption, which then results to mismanagement of public funds. The issue of transparency makes a great link to responsibility and accountability. The public administrators need to be accountable for their actions. Denhardt(2011, p.119) seems to support the idea of transparency by indicating that the public administrators need to be held accountable to various standards such as statutory law, professional standards and community values. The public may easily lose confidence in a government where there is no transparency. A common challenge Continue reading...

Introduction

Software transports instructions to the computer that it follows to operate various functions. Until now, it is not perfectly secure enough to be protected against hackers, attackers, and undesired users etc. Nothing can be done for software to be put in a shell that is impossible to be affected ever. Due to the facts, software security assessment is essential to be taken place so that no effort remains for it is accessible to attackers. Software security assessment helps and guide to identify and prevent software vulnerabilities that harm data and information stored.

Software Vulnerability

Software vulnerability can be described as a Continue reading...

Social Inequality

In his book The Animal Farm, George Orwell observes while animals might all be equal, some tend to be more equal than others. This statement was in reference to social inequalities that can be seen to exist in the society. Social inequality can be simply defined as the differential access to power, wealth, prestige and status on the foundations of factors such as age, race, gender, ethnicity, age, religion, nationality or sexual orientation. Broadly, social inequality is used to refer to disparities that exist in economic wealth distribution, as well as disparities in access to fundamental social services such Continue reading...

The First Question on Corruption

The Financial Services Authority (FSA) issued a report that a majority of the banks are not complying regulations and guidelines after an assessment. There are some certain rules and guidelines that Financial Services Authority regulated institutions should follow and comply. The banking sector and the insurance sector are under the FSA, and they should comply with anti-bribery and corruption rules. In this Act, financial institutions are liable when they fail to prevent corrupt practices. This means that institutions should put in place proper measures and controls that prevent corrupt practices and failure results to corporate criminal liability of the Continue reading...

Business infrastructure

The business infrastructure in Spain is fairly developed. There are direct services by air to most cities in the United States from Barcelona and Madrid. The travel network between both Barcelona and Madrid is well developed as there are bus services that operate between the airport and Madrid and Barcelona. There is availability of taxis in most cities of Spain. The transport network is also reliable as there is good network of highway in the country that makes transport easy. To the North-West part of the country, in Asturias and Galicia, secondary road network is poor. There is an Continue reading...