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Moreover. These things are _ryve difficultof proof mu before the court of public opinion. It is difficult. To oh tain evidence as so many people. In a country of lavish public expenditure. Rely on some part of that expenditure for their livelihood in one formpa or anothcrgrea sure can be exercised on any man likely to squeal. The multiplication of government officials yand of government supervision or direct governmental activities in the life of any _community multiplies the supporters of government. Under a system of elective government ownership of pub lic utilities or of industries connected with the the danger is increased a thousandfold. An'y man who is more or less dependent on politics for his livelihood is liable to. Excuse cheating on the ground that his party must have funds for their political campaigns. Truth to tell. Even the public' ts apt to excuse this form of cheating on the ground that one man is as bad as another and that every politician will take advantage of his position to push his personal interests.
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Paperback. Zustand: New. Print on Demand. This book chronicles the transition of British Columbia's political climate from an era of patronage and corruption to one of greater accountability and transparency. The author provides historical context for the province's political evolution, tracing its roots back to the gambling and saloon culture of the early days of white settlement. The book delves into the impact of patronage on the lives of politicians and citizens alike, highlighting the ways in which it stifled aspirations, fostered corruption, and hindered the development of a more just and equitable society. The author argues that the elimination of patronage has opened the door for individuals dedicated to serving the public interest to do so without fear of retribution, marking a significant chapter in the province's political history. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Bestandsnummer des Verkäufers 9780265737781_0
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