Chapter II: The Nature of Political Corruption

Introduction, definition, etc. 41

Frequent use of the word corruption 41

Legal definitions contrasted with definitions from the
point of view of ethics, political science, etc. 42

Verbal difficulties 42

Levity in the use of the word 42

Metaphor implied by the word 43

Distinction between bribery and corruption; between
corruption and auto-corruption 45

Tentative definition of corruption 46

Analysis of the concept of corruption 46

Corruption not limited to politics. Exists in business,
church, schools, etc. 46

Intentional character of corruption. Distinguished
from inefficiency 48

Various degrees of clearness of political duties 51

Consequences of wide extension of political duties 52

Recognition of political duty 55

Legal and other standards 55

The radical view 57

Advantages sought by corrupt action 59

Various degrees and kinds of advantages 60

Rewards and threats 63

Degree of personal interest involved 65

Corruption for the benefit of party 71

Summary 74