Is Corruption Only a Leadership Problem, or a Reflection of Society?

Many people condemn corruption when they suffer from it, yet may use personal connections to bypass rules when it benefits them. A politician who misuses public funds is clearly abusing public trust. But what about an ordinary person who uses influence to skip a queue, secure a job unfairly, or avoid established procedures? Is corruption only a problem of leaders, or does it also reflect the values and choices within society? Where should we draw the line between corruption, privilege and using the connections available to us?

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