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In Moscow's Shadows

In Moscow's Shadows 145: How Corruption Works Under Putin

May 5, 2024
The podcast delves into how corruption under Putin's regime serves as a reward and control mechanism; it explores historical roots of corruption in Russia and contrasts practices under Putin. It also discusses strategies of control within investigative agencies, the intricate dynamics of corruption in elite circles, and the impact on Russian construction projects. Additionally, it examines the rise of Dimitri Shalkov and challenges to corruption loyalty in Putin's regime.
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  • Corruption under Putin serves as a reward system for loyalists, enabling a luxurious lifestyle beyond official salaries.
  • Corruption is a tool of control in Putin's regime, manipulating individuals through compromising material and ensuring weak leadership.

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Corruption as a Reward System in Putin's System

Corruption serves as a key part of Putin's system in three specific ways. Firstly, it acts as a reward system where loyalty and following the system's rules lead to a luxurious lifestyle beyond one's salary, demonstrating a kleptocracy by design. Secondly, historically, corruption was a way for officials to supplement low salaries, becoming deeply ingrained in Russian bureaucracy, ultimately inefficient. Finally, corruption fosters a sense of exclusivity and initiation into an insider group, ensuring compliance and participation.

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