Homework Clinic
Social Science Clinic => Law and Politics => Topic started by: colton on Jun 1, 2020
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Question 1
Which public figure is described by the following characteristics; alleged bootlegger during the Prohibition years; suspected associate of Meyer Lansky; Ambassador to Great Britain, 1938-1942?
◦ Bebe Rebozo
◦ Paul Laxalt
◦ Joseph Kennedy
◦ Raymond Donovan
Question 2
Which statement best defines the relationship between organized crime figures and public officials in the United States?
◦ Organized criminals act as corrupters of public officials, initiating contact through inducements and/or intimidation.
◦ Organized crime figures seldom have success corrupting public officials, thus relying on shady business people and underworld contacts for making a profit.
◦ Organized criminals and public officials are equal partners in corruption, a long-term shared relationship.
◦ The association between organized crime figures and public officials is yet undetermined, needing more research to prove a definite relationship.
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Answer 1
Joseph Kennedy
Answer 2
Organized criminals and public officials are equal partners in corruption, a long-term shared relationship.