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Can Corruption Be Good for the Economy?

We all know that corruption is a bad thing. People in government or the public sector using their position to personally enrich themselves is a form of stealing, but in some situations this can actually help to grow an economy. But in what situations, and how long can corruption continue to grow an economy once it becomes more developed? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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  Germany's Unexpected Economic Crisis

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  Why Canada Can't Solve It's Population Problem with Immigration

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