cronyism

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Balen’s success has been a hopeful counterpoint in a country that many Nepalis see as rife with corruption and cronyism, allowing only the well-connected to flourish, while ordinary people are shut out.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 4, 2026

Jacob Zuma was sentenced to 15 months in jail after refusing to testify to a panel probing financial corruption and cronyism under his presidency.

From Barron's • Nov. 28, 2025

Such protectionism has also led to allegations of cronyism.

From BBC • Apr. 10, 2025

In the Federalist Papers, Alexander Hamilton explained that this confirmation process was a bulwark against cronyism and a safeguard of good government.

From Slate • Feb. 20, 2025

He relished the social aspect of his precinct duties but had always been put off by city hall cronyism.

From "Becoming" by Michelle Obama