corruption
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The survey specifically asked about the topics of the economy, housing, immigration, crime, corruption and artificial intelligence, measuring how voters in each of the four subgroups responded across these six categories.
From Salon • Apr. 29, 2026
The U.S.-friendly leaders in those two nations faced mass demonstrations over corruption and the rising cost of living last year, even before the current oil-price spike.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 28, 2026
The U.S.-Mexico trade pact “requires our governments to criminalize bribery and corruption and enforce codes of conduct for public officials,” the ambassador noted as he closed his remarks.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 26, 2026
While none of the investigations target the president, Brazilians' weariness with corruption "ends up tainting those in power," Edinho Silva, head of the Workers' Party, lamented.
From Barron's • Apr. 24, 2026
He could smell the hot breath of the beasts behind him, a stink of brimstone and corruption.
From "A Clash of Kings" by George R.R. Martin
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