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8mo ago

The Supreme Court rules that state officials can engage in a little corruption, as a treat

www.vox.com 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.

The Supreme Court rules that state officials can engage in a little corruption, as a treat

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7mo ago

The Supreme Court rules that state officials can engage in a little corruption, as a treat

www.vox.com /scotus/357170/supreme-court-snyder-united-states-corruption

The Supreme Court rules that state officials can engage in a little corruption, as a treat

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Gee, I wonder why Justice Thomas might be friendly towards the accused in a public corruption case. Maybe Harlan Crow encouraged him.
- "Encouraged him" before or after?
  
  The critical question, apparently.
  
  No, before is fine as long as they don't have you on tape calling it a bribe and laughing maniacally. The last part is important as without it they cannot prove you knew you were committing a crime.
  
  You can tell if it's a bribe based on whether the gift was delivered by an African Swallow or a European Swallow?
  
  Unladen?
  
  You get it.

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