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Bribery: A Trap of Normalcy
Bribery can become a normalized aspect of bureaucracy in some countries, where accepting bribes is seen as an essential part of governmental operations. This normalization fosters a bad social norm that complicates interactions and introduces significant transaction costs. While it's easy to condemn those involved as corrupt from a perspective that rejects bribery, it's crucial to recognize that individuals may feel trapped in a corrupt system they've not chosen. Overcoming this troubling equilibrium requires understanding the challenges faced by those within such systems.
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