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Zephyr Teachout, Corruption in America: From Benjamin Franklin’s Snuff Box to Citizens United

While the term “corruption” seems simple enough, it has held wildly different definitions for our nation’s courts throughout history. Author, legal scholar and former gubernatorial candidate Zephyr Teachout explores how the Supreme Court’s interpretation of political corruption has evolved over the centuries and argues that recent decisions pose vital threats to the integrity of our democracy.











When: Tue., Mar. 3, 2015 at 6:30 pm
Where: Center for Brooklyn History
128 Pierrepont St.
718-222-4111
Price: $10
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While the term “corruption” seems simple enough, it has held wildly different definitions for our nation’s courts throughout history. Author, legal scholar and former gubernatorial candidate Zephyr Teachout explores how the Supreme Court’s interpretation of political corruption has evolved over the centuries and argues that recent decisions pose vital threats to the integrity of our democracy.

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