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joolie Robert
CORRUPTION

CORRUPTION

It is where we can establish that the etymological origin of the term corruption is found. Specifically, it emanates from the word "corruption", which is made up of the following elements: the prefix "with", which is synonymous with "together"; the verb "umpire", which can be translated as "make pieces"; and finally the suffix “-to”, which is equivalent to “action and effect”.

Corruption is the action and effect of corrupting (depraving, spoiling, bribing someone, perverting, damaging). The concept, according to the dictionary of the Royal usa  Academy (RAE), is used to name vice or abuse in writing or in non-material things.

Corruption, therefore, can be moral or symbolic depravity. For example: "We must not tolerate the corruption of our traditions by foreign pressure", "The minister's statements contribute to the corruption of the peace agreement. "

In another sense, corruption is the practice that consists of abusing power, functions, or means to obtain economic or other benefits. Political corruption is understood as the misuse of public power to obtain an illegitimate advantage: "The corruption cases in this country have reached the front pages of the world's newspapers, " "The former president will be prosecuted for corruption in the purchase of an airplane ”, “ I will be in charge of prosecuting corruption so that there is no scandal in my government ”.

At this time, as we know from various world media, there have been numerous cases of political corruption. This goes to show not only the impunity with which the different leaders can act but also the need for tougher laws for these situations and for generalized political reform.

Likewise, it must be established that there are various institutions and agencies whose clear function is to undertake what would be the control of said corruption. Among them, for example, Transparency International (TI) stands out. A non-governmental organization, founded in the 90s and based in Berlin (Germany), which is in charge of developing different measures with the clear objective of putting an end to the aforementioned action.

Spain is one of the countries that in recent years has seen more cases of corruption by its leaders come to light. Hence, not only has there been a change in the minds of citizens with respect to politicians or that the nation has suffered a serious economic crisis, but also that initiatives such as the “Citizens Against Corruption 2.0” platform have emerged.

Influence peddling, bribery, extortion, and fraud are some of the corruption practices, which are reflected in actions such as handing over money to a public official to win a tender or paying a gift or bribe to avoid a closure.

Corruption is linked to other crimes, since the corrupt usually incur in the practice to allow or request something illegal. A police officer is corrupt if he receives money from a man to allow him to rob a house without police interference. In this case, two crimes come together: the act of corruption and theft.(Political Payola)

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