Wednesday, December 10, 2008

corruption

This article was in Radio Prague. It's so sad! Though, it's not that shocking...

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Transparency International: Czech politics perceived to be amongst
world's most corrupt
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Czech political parties are perceived to be amongst the most corrupt in
the world, suggests a new survey released by Transparency International
on Tuesday. The study focused on 26 countries from four continents and
ranked the Czechs third worst, behind Nigeria and Mexico, when it came
to entrepreneurs' perception of corruption in politics. Some 48 percent
of the businessmen polled said they thought the government's drive to
crack down on corruption had been 'very inefficient' while a further 39
percent said it had been 'inefficient'. In its damning report,
Transparency International said that little to no progress had been
made in the fight against corruption in the Czech Republic.

2 comments:

twingme said...

Hi Samie and Nick -
I am not going to comment on your blog about corrupt Czech politicians when we have our own who are trying to bribe away Senate seats!

Just wanted to say that I love the pictures of your growing belly. You look so beautiful in the one with the black dress (well more beautiful than usual). I hope the pregnancy is going well. Now that I know about your blog I will check it and read all about your adventures!

Much love to all - we miss you!
Chrissy

Sam said...

Hi Chrissy! I'm glad you found this little blog. I've been reading about all the problems in Chicago - it's terrible. Sadly, a lot of people here that I've talked to are so surprised that it's such a big issue because here bribes are almost normal!

Miss you Chrissy! I'll try to post more belly pictures soon:) Unfortunately, this is our hell week - trying to finish school (both teaching and worse, as students) and get everything ready to fly to California on Saturday! I can't wait to be in California!!

Love you!
Samie