Extraversion, Corruption and Passive revolution Flashcards
Decolinisation = false?
despite independency, governments don’t serve the interests of the people
South Africa =
two tier economy - rich and poor
local elites = power
extraversion
take advantage through corruption and aid
local elites replace colonial elites
work with/oppose foreign interests
maintain power through passive revolution
bribes do not necessarily effect
economic growth
more an act of redistribution - govt official = richer
Corruption harms development
argued a key aspect of capitalist expansion
why fight corruption?
detracts from SAPs
orientalist
moral repugnant
Kleptocracy
government where ruling class takes advantage of corruption to extend personal wealth and political power