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“The emancipation of the working class will only be achieved by the working class itself.”
— Karl Marx

The Fox Guarding the Hen House

Jul 1, 2024

The Supreme Court struck down part of a federal anti-corruption law. Essentially, the Court legalized bribery of government officials so long as they get the “gift” after the official gets a lucrative contract for the donor.

This is the very Court that has been criticized for accepting undisclosed gifts from wealthy patrons. Remember Clarence Thomas, who regularly took lavish vacations and private jet flights on Texas billionaire Harlan Crow’s dime? They sure do know how to cover their butts.