Corruption in Illinois: A History of Scandals and Financial Fraud

This chapter delves into the issue of corruption in Illinois, exploring its history and notable cases. The hosts discuss the Wikipedia page on corruption in Illinois, highlighting the city of Chicago's intergenerational corruption and the state's high federal criminal conviction rate. They focus on specific cases, such as the theft of $53.7 million by the former Dixon comptroller, and discuss the extent of corruption in townships as well.