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Claim Text: In more than half of the states, it is perceived to be either “very common” or “extremely common.”
Simplified Text: In more than half of states legal corruption is perceived very common or extremely common
Confidence Score: 0.900
Claim Maker: The author
Context Type: Research Report
Subject Tags: Government Corruption
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Created: February 15, 2026 at 5:00 PM (6 months ago)
Last Updated: February 15, 2026 at 5:00 PM (6 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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