Esp 3 Flashcards
Leaders are accountable to God for their actions and decisions, as they are entrusted to serve the people.
Divine Authority
romans 13:1-4 emphasizes that all authority comes fror jod and leaders are accountable to Him
Biblical Principle
are responsible for upholding justice, fairness, and the welfare of the people they serve.
Justice and Fairness
(Leaders)
Their actions should promote the common good, leading to prosperity and well-being for all
Promoting Prosperity
When leaders engage in wrongdoing, they violate the trust placed in them and harm the people they are meant to protect.
Abuse of Power
This leads to oppression, inequality, and suffering for the most vulnerable members of society.
Oppression and Inequality
undermines the integrity of government and erodes public trust in leaders.
Corruption
compromises the decision-making process, favoring personal gain over the common good.
Bribery
it leads to injustice, inequality, and the erosion of individual rights.
Abuse of Power
The abuse of power
Corruption and bribery violate the divine principles of ____ and integrity, which are fundamental to a just and fair society.
honesty
Leaders should act with ____ and empathy, seeking to uplift and protect those who are vulnerable.
compassion
emphasizes the importance of honesty, justice, and righteousness in all aspects of life.
Proverbs
101:6 describes the attributes of a righteous leader, who upholds justice and fairness.
Psalm
Psalm
25:35-40 emphasizes the importance of caring for the poor and marginalized as an act of service to God
Matthew
Oppression and inequality can lead to _____, conflict, and instability in society.
social unrest
Corruption and abuse of power can harm economic development and hinder
progress for the nation.
Economic Decline
A society where injustice and inequality are rampant can experience ____ and a loss of moral compass.
Spiritual Decay
God calls us to ___ in all aspects of society, especially in governance. This means holding leaders accountable for their actions and advocating for a society that values integrity, compassion, and the common good.
uphold justice and fairness
refers to the unethical use of a public official’s authority
for personal gain. It Involves using ones position to secure
personal benefits, often through illegal or improper means.
Graft
encompasses dishonest conduct by those in power, often involving bribery or other illicit activities. It erodes public trust and hampers fair governance.
Corruption
involves the misappropriation of public funds for personal use. It’s a form of theft that undermines public services and projects.
Embezzlement
Officials alter vote tallies to favor a particular candidate or party, undermining the legitimacy of the election.
Tampering with vote counts
are threatened or coerced into voting for a specific candidate or abstaining from voting, suppressing their right to choose.
Intimidating voters
Voters
Efforts to prevent eligible voters from casting ballots, often targeting marginalized communities or political opponents.
Voter disenfranchisement
involves favoring relatives or friends by giving them positions of power or influence, often without proper qualifications.
Nepotism
involves offering or accepting something of value to influence a public official’s actions. It corrupts decision-making and undermines fairness.
Bribery
by officials involves failing to pay or underreporting taxes owed by those in government. It deprives the state of essential revenue for public services.
Tax evasion
are actions by the government tha nfringe upon individuals’ basic rights, including freedom o speech, assembly, and movement.
Human rights violations
Using one’s position to intimidate or oppress others.
abuse of power
Allocating government funds for purposes other than their intended use.
Misuse of Public Funds
Definition
Definition
Failing to perform duties resulting in harm or loss.
Criminal Negligence
Ignoring or bypassing laws protecting the environment.
Environmental Violations
Definition
Monitoring citizens without proper legal authorization.
Illegal Surveillance
Definition
Manipulating bidding processes for government contracts
Fraudulent Procurement
Definition
Forcing individuals or businesses to pay money through threats or coercion
Extortion
Definition
Interfering with investigations or judicial processes.
Obstruction of Justice
Definition
Censoring or oppressing media outlets to suppress dissent
Violating Freedom of the Press
Definition
Designing policies to benefit a specific group unfairly.
Favoritism in Policy Implementation
Definition
Forcefully acquiring land from rightful owners without proper compensation.
Illegal Land Grabbing
Definition
Ignoring violations of the law, often to protect allies.
Failure to Enforce Laws
Definition
Forcefully acquiring land from rightful owners without proper compensation.
Illegal Land Grabbing
Definition
Ignoring violations of the law, often to protect allies.
Failure to Enforce Laws
Definition
is a complex problem with far-reaching consequences. It hinders economic growth, undermines public trust, and creates inequality. By recognizing the various forms of corruption and their impact, we can actively work towards greater transparency, accountability, and justice in our governance systems.
Government corruption
