To the goats, all people are equal, except for those who have treats.

honest graft” were over, at least for a while. But seen from another perspective—that of ordinary citizens without access to Langlie and Abram’s elite network—Langlie didn’t so much end corruption as legalize it. Langlie wasn’t...

When the rich and the powerful rise they leave the powerless and the poor without possibility.

We need a correct definition such as what is commercial bribery and what is the legitimate commission.

Corruption is not bribery but bribery is corruption.

In poor countries, officials receive explicit bribes; in D.C. they get the sophisticated, implicit, unspoken promise to work for large corporations

I never bought a man who wasn’t for sale. -W.A. Clark, ascribed

Didn’t we all grow up understanding that bribes and payoffs – – by whatever name or rationale – – were bad. And that people were supposed to be the focal point of society, not money?

You could not bribe honest people, but bad people would accept bribery.

Before a Cat will condescendTo treat you as a trusted friend,Some little token of esteemIs needed, like a dish of cream;And you might now and then supplySome caviare, or Strassburg Pie,Some potted grouse, or salmon...

Potkupljivost je u ljudi isto što u Boga milosrđe.

But in Africa bureaucrats are usually too proud to accept a bribe, something I admire when I’m not the one being arrested.

An anomaly has his own ambitions. You can try reasoning with him, but that’s like using money to bribe a beast.

There’s a very fine line between what is considered legal and ethical and legitimate, and [what constitutes] bribery.

Say “no” to corruption; it does not fit you! Say “no” to bad leadership; you don’t fit there. Say “no” to immorality; it will only fake you! Be bold to say “no” if that is...

Quarterbacks shouldn’t leave the pocket, because that’s where the money is. Every politician knows this.

Bribery—it’s the way to get ahead. At least in politics.