The Supreme Court rules that state officials can engage in a little corruption, as a treat
The Supreme Court rules that state officials can engage in a little corruption, as a treat
Snyder v. US is the Republican justices’ latest decision weakening anti-corruption laws.
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So is the difference "I'll give you money to do this thing" versus "I'll give you money if you do this thing"?
They both sound like bribes to me. Money, goods, or services are just handed over at different times.
I fucking hate these people. No shame. No morals. No humanity.
My interpretation of the article is that it's a question of timing. If you offer me money in order to hook you up, that's a bribe. But if I hook you up and later you give me money in thanks, that's not a bribe.
Obviously both of them are corrupt. But apparently this law can only target the former.
No see the first one is a bribe, the second one is a job. I'm paying you for your time! /s
That was actually the argument made by the official in question. Called it a "consulting fee".
I should've been a consultant. I could have a few yachts by now...my country would be destroyed, but at least I could be in my own little world.
It's a kickback. They just made kickbacks completely legal.