Scholars often use the term "structural corruption" when discussing modern Japan's political system--a system that forces politicians to exchange favors with bu

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This is a short, readable, and incisive study of the corrosive effects of corruption in one of the world's major liberal democracies. It explores the disconnect

"I would like to commend Professor Woodall for his in-depth look at the corrupt "dango" system that has plagued the public works market in Japan. Having spent t

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