Bribe Quote by Dave Barry
“Japan has a low crime rate, unless you count the fact that approximately every fifteen minutes the entire Cabinet gets indicted for taking bribes.”
About This Quote
Source Essay: Dave Barry's Book of Bad Songs, 2001
Japan’s crime statistics look good, but frequent high‑level corruption undermines that safety perception.
In simple terms: Low crime but high corruption.
Key Takeaway
Address systemic corruption.
Themes
corruption
governance
public trust
Mood
cynical
critical
Type
satirical
observational
When to use this quote
- policy reform
- journalistic investigation
- civic education
Key Concepts
political accountability
ethical decay
Questions to Reflect On
- How does corruption affect public safety perception?
- What reforms could reduce bribery?
A Different Perspective
Corruption can be hidden behind low crime numbers.
