The Pervasive Nature of Corrupt Networks

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In The Media

The Pervasive Nature of Corrupt Networks

Corruption fuels violent extremism.

By Sarah Chayes

Published on Apr 9, 2016

Source: C-Span

Speaking on C-SPAN, Carnegie’s Sarah Chayes drew on her experience in Afghanistan, Nigeria, and other parts of the world, as well as recent events such as the leak of the Panama Papers, to point to the pervasive nature of corrupt networks and to argue that corruption fuels violent extremism. Chayes also responded to viewer comments and questions at the Los Angeles Times Book Festival, where her book, Thieves of State, was awarded the prize in the “Current Interest” category.

This interview was originally broadcast on C-SPAN.

About the Author

Sarah Chayes

Former Senior Fellow, Democracy, Conflict, and Governance Program

Sarah Chayes is internationally recognized for her innovative thinking on corruption and its implications. Her work explores how severe corruption can help prompt such crises as terrorism, revolutions and their violent aftermaths, and environmental degradation.

Recent Work

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