Download or read book Political Corruption and the Abuse of Power written by Sarah Machajewski and published by Greenhaven Publishing LLC. This book was released on 2018-07-15 with total page 106 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Throughout history, gaining political power has frequently led to unethical behavior. It is difficult for people to resist the temptation to abuse their power. In the worst cases, this has led to political unrest, economic instability, and genocide. Readers learn what political corruption is, how it affects citizens' lives, and what can be done about it. Historical and modern examples are provided to give readers a comprehensive view of this important and timely topic. Informative charts and full-color photographs enhance the engaging text to show young adults the importance of civic engagement and political scrutiny to combat corruption.