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Claim Text: Even a score of 2 is still worrying since it is the judicial branch of the government that is expected to try government officials charged with corruption.
Simplified Text: A score of 2 is still worrying because the judiciary is expected to try officials charged with corruption
Confidence Score: 1.000
Claim Maker: The author
Context Type: Research Article
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Created: February 15, 2026 at 5:00 PM (7 months ago)
Last Updated: February 15, 2026 at 5:00 PM (7 months ago)

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Measuring Illegal and Legal Corruption in American States: Some Results from 2018 Corruption in America Survey

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This article presents findings from a 2018 survey of news reporters assessing illegal and legal corruption in US states. The survey reveals varying levels of corruption across different states and government branches, highlighting concerns about judicial corruption and election practices.

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