Author: Amy Handlin
Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing USA
ISBN:
Category : Political Science
Languages : en
Pages : 1242
Book Description
An encyclopedia unlike any other, this work focuses on lobbying, corruption, and political influence in America to inspire readers to think critically about the U.S. government and to appreciate the opportunities of citizenship. Even before the founding of the Republic, James Madison expressed the concern that special interest influence could become "adverse to the rights of other citizens [as well as] the permanent and aggregate interests of the community." In modern times, examples of lobbying scandals and corruption associated with political campaign contributions abound—and yet our political system can and does further the larger goals of American democracy. Suited for advanced high school students, undergraduates, and general readers, this set examines the three powerful forces that affect every level of government but typically operate out of public view. This three-volume work exhaustively covers the evolution and impact of lobbying, political influence, and corruption from the Colonial era to today. Volume 1 contains detailed scholarly essays on various aspects of lobbying, corruption, and political influence. Volume 2 comprises informative A–Z entries on people, events, laws, organizations, and legal decisions. The entries demonstrate the linkages among the topics but give equal attention to each as an independent influence on U.S. government and politics. Developments since 1990 and the extensive proliferation of the Internet and social media receive additional emphasis. Volume 3 contains primary documents that include executive orders, court cases, state and federal lobbying forms, and codes of conduct related to lobbying, campaign finance reform, and anti-corruption measures.
Dirty Deals? [3 volumes]
Author: Amy Handlin
Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing USA
ISBN:
Category : Political Science
Languages : en
Pages : 1242
Book Description
An encyclopedia unlike any other, this work focuses on lobbying, corruption, and political influence in America to inspire readers to think critically about the U.S. government and to appreciate the opportunities of citizenship. Even before the founding of the Republic, James Madison expressed the concern that special interest influence could become "adverse to the rights of other citizens [as well as] the permanent and aggregate interests of the community." In modern times, examples of lobbying scandals and corruption associated with political campaign contributions abound—and yet our political system can and does further the larger goals of American democracy. Suited for advanced high school students, undergraduates, and general readers, this set examines the three powerful forces that affect every level of government but typically operate out of public view. This three-volume work exhaustively covers the evolution and impact of lobbying, political influence, and corruption from the Colonial era to today. Volume 1 contains detailed scholarly essays on various aspects of lobbying, corruption, and political influence. Volume 2 comprises informative A–Z entries on people, events, laws, organizations, and legal decisions. The entries demonstrate the linkages among the topics but give equal attention to each as an independent influence on U.S. government and politics. Developments since 1990 and the extensive proliferation of the Internet and social media receive additional emphasis. Volume 3 contains primary documents that include executive orders, court cases, state and federal lobbying forms, and codes of conduct related to lobbying, campaign finance reform, and anti-corruption measures.
Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing USA
ISBN:
Category : Political Science
Languages : en
Pages : 1242
Book Description
An encyclopedia unlike any other, this work focuses on lobbying, corruption, and political influence in America to inspire readers to think critically about the U.S. government and to appreciate the opportunities of citizenship. Even before the founding of the Republic, James Madison expressed the concern that special interest influence could become "adverse to the rights of other citizens [as well as] the permanent and aggregate interests of the community." In modern times, examples of lobbying scandals and corruption associated with political campaign contributions abound—and yet our political system can and does further the larger goals of American democracy. Suited for advanced high school students, undergraduates, and general readers, this set examines the three powerful forces that affect every level of government but typically operate out of public view. This three-volume work exhaustively covers the evolution and impact of lobbying, political influence, and corruption from the Colonial era to today. Volume 1 contains detailed scholarly essays on various aspects of lobbying, corruption, and political influence. Volume 2 comprises informative A–Z entries on people, events, laws, organizations, and legal decisions. The entries demonstrate the linkages among the topics but give equal attention to each as an independent influence on U.S. government and politics. Developments since 1990 and the extensive proliferation of the Internet and social media receive additional emphasis. Volume 3 contains primary documents that include executive orders, court cases, state and federal lobbying forms, and codes of conduct related to lobbying, campaign finance reform, and anti-corruption measures.
Dirty Deals
Author: Kristy Mallory
Publisher: Harbourview Publishing
ISBN: 1777615178
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 294
Book Description
Will a ghost from her past jeopardize her future? After years of psychological abuse at the hands of her ex, Jules Roberts has built herself a good life: successful career, close family and friends, a beautiful daughter. As CEO of Harbourview Casino, trying to recover from a money laundering scandal, she has her hands full, but she has it under control. Until the one man she never expected to see again walks back into her life, with the power to take everything away from her. Nik Costas is tired of the high flying life of a private equity partner in WYCK Capital. He has plenty of money but no time to enjoy it, constantly on the move closing deals for his firm. A chance to buy Harbourview means he has to cancel his first vacation in years, but finding out he’ll be working with Jules Roberts makes the deal a lot more interesting. But Jules has a secret. One who is about to turn four years old, and has her father’s eyes. Pregnant after their one night together, Jules never expected to see Nik again. When the truth comes out, this could wind up being one very dirty deal.
Publisher: Harbourview Publishing
ISBN: 1777615178
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 294
Book Description
Will a ghost from her past jeopardize her future? After years of psychological abuse at the hands of her ex, Jules Roberts has built herself a good life: successful career, close family and friends, a beautiful daughter. As CEO of Harbourview Casino, trying to recover from a money laundering scandal, she has her hands full, but she has it under control. Until the one man she never expected to see again walks back into her life, with the power to take everything away from her. Nik Costas is tired of the high flying life of a private equity partner in WYCK Capital. He has plenty of money but no time to enjoy it, constantly on the move closing deals for his firm. A chance to buy Harbourview means he has to cancel his first vacation in years, but finding out he’ll be working with Jules Roberts makes the deal a lot more interesting. But Jules has a secret. One who is about to turn four years old, and has her father’s eyes. Pregnant after their one night together, Jules never expected to see Nik again. When the truth comes out, this could wind up being one very dirty deal.
Dirty Deals A Dark Mafia Romance
Author: Zoe Beth Geller
Publisher: Kinky Ink Publishing, LLC.
ISBN:
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 178
Book Description
In the tempestuous world of the mafia, loyalty is everything and secrets are a dangerous currency. Riccardo, the enigmatic right-hand man to the formidable Don, has always kept his past shrouded in mystery. But when the dark shadows of his past start to intertwine with the present, the lethal streets of Russia become his battleground. As they delve deeper into a deadly game to find a killer, Riccardo's fiercely protected ward, the innocent and alluring Liat, becomes a target. The stakes are raised as an intense, fiery passion sparks between them. In a universe where love can be as lethal as betrayal, will their one-night stand lead to forever, or doom them both? Dive into this heart-pounding, OMYW romance for an epic conclusion that will leave you breathless.
Publisher: Kinky Ink Publishing, LLC.
ISBN:
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 178
Book Description
In the tempestuous world of the mafia, loyalty is everything and secrets are a dangerous currency. Riccardo, the enigmatic right-hand man to the formidable Don, has always kept his past shrouded in mystery. But when the dark shadows of his past start to intertwine with the present, the lethal streets of Russia become his battleground. As they delve deeper into a deadly game to find a killer, Riccardo's fiercely protected ward, the innocent and alluring Liat, becomes a target. The stakes are raised as an intense, fiery passion sparks between them. In a universe where love can be as lethal as betrayal, will their one-night stand lead to forever, or doom them both? Dive into this heart-pounding, OMYW romance for an epic conclusion that will leave you breathless.
Dirty Deal
Author: Mira Lyn Kelly
Publisher: Independently Published
ISBN:
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
I'm not exactly "Daddy" material... Fatherhood blindsided me. There I am, working to get a rise out of my cranky little rule-following, fun-wrecking, soon-to-be ex-neighbor when my one-night stand from last season shows up... in labor. Next thing, I'm a single-dad begging for a crash course in caring for this tiny miracle from the neighbor who loves to hate me. Turns out, Nora raised half her siblings. She knows things. And I know my son needs her. Unfortunately, she's not impressed by my NHL career, my legendary charm, or the rumors surrounding the size of my stick (all true btw). But I'm not trying to impress her. Not anymore. I can't. I'm asking her to help me out, because my son deserves better than some player who hasn't even had a chance to read the manual yet. Which means no matter how hot I find her spitfire mouth and those rules she doesn't break... Nora is off-limits.
Publisher: Independently Published
ISBN:
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
I'm not exactly "Daddy" material... Fatherhood blindsided me. There I am, working to get a rise out of my cranky little rule-following, fun-wrecking, soon-to-be ex-neighbor when my one-night stand from last season shows up... in labor. Next thing, I'm a single-dad begging for a crash course in caring for this tiny miracle from the neighbor who loves to hate me. Turns out, Nora raised half her siblings. She knows things. And I know my son needs her. Unfortunately, she's not impressed by my NHL career, my legendary charm, or the rumors surrounding the size of my stick (all true btw). But I'm not trying to impress her. Not anymore. I can't. I'm asking her to help me out, because my son deserves better than some player who hasn't even had a chance to read the manual yet. Which means no matter how hot I find her spitfire mouth and those rules she doesn't break... Nora is off-limits.
Dirty Rival
Author: Lisa Renee Jones
Publisher: Julie Patra Publishing
ISBN:
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 806
Book Description
I'm a man of control, focused on the business of power and money, in whatever way I see an opportunity. What I never expected was one tiny little fireball of a woman, pulling the rug out from underneath me and setting my world on fire. It all started, or so I thought, when my sister talked me into a charity bachelor auction. A beautiful woman had eyes for only me and I was all in, and all about her finding her way to my hotel room that night. Imagine my pleasure when she didn't just bid on me, she bid a million dollars. But this woman had a surprise waiting on me and it was not what I expected. She can't deny the sparks between us anymore than I can, but she has an agenda, and that agenda is revenge. Which is where the handcuffs came into play. Only it's her who is my captive. Her family is indebted to my family and this game is about to get interesting... Previously published as the Dirty Rich Obsession duet
Publisher: Julie Patra Publishing
ISBN:
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 806
Book Description
I'm a man of control, focused on the business of power and money, in whatever way I see an opportunity. What I never expected was one tiny little fireball of a woman, pulling the rug out from underneath me and setting my world on fire. It all started, or so I thought, when my sister talked me into a charity bachelor auction. A beautiful woman had eyes for only me and I was all in, and all about her finding her way to my hotel room that night. Imagine my pleasure when she didn't just bid on me, she bid a million dollars. But this woman had a surprise waiting on me and it was not what I expected. She can't deny the sparks between us anymore than I can, but she has an agenda, and that agenda is revenge. Which is where the handcuffs came into play. Only it's her who is my captive. Her family is indebted to my family and this game is about to get interesting... Previously published as the Dirty Rich Obsession duet
Dirty Gold
Author: Jay Weaver
Publisher: PublicAffairs
ISBN: 1541762916
Category : True Crime
Languages : en
Pages : 357
Book Description
The explosive story of the illegal gold trade from South America, and the three Miami businessmen who got rich on it—until it all came crashing down. In March of 2017, a team of federal agents arrested Juan Pablo Granda, Samer Barrage, and Renato Rodriguez, or as they came to be known, "the three amigos." The trio—first identified publicly by the authors of this book—had built a $3.6 billion dollar business in metals trading, mostly illegal Peruvian gold mined in the rain forest. Their arrest and subsequent prosecution laid bare more than a scheme between a few corrupt traders. Dirty Gold lifts the veil on a massive and very illegal international business that is more lucrative than trafficking cocaine, and often just as dangerous. As this award-winning team of current and former Miami Herald reporters shows, illegal gold mines have become a haven for Latin American drug money. The gold is sold to metals traders, and ultimately to scores of unwitting Americans in their jewelry and phones. By following the trail of these three traders, Dirty Gold leads us into a sprawling criminal underworld that has never before been in full view.
Publisher: PublicAffairs
ISBN: 1541762916
Category : True Crime
Languages : en
Pages : 357
Book Description
The explosive story of the illegal gold trade from South America, and the three Miami businessmen who got rich on it—until it all came crashing down. In March of 2017, a team of federal agents arrested Juan Pablo Granda, Samer Barrage, and Renato Rodriguez, or as they came to be known, "the three amigos." The trio—first identified publicly by the authors of this book—had built a $3.6 billion dollar business in metals trading, mostly illegal Peruvian gold mined in the rain forest. Their arrest and subsequent prosecution laid bare more than a scheme between a few corrupt traders. Dirty Gold lifts the veil on a massive and very illegal international business that is more lucrative than trafficking cocaine, and often just as dangerous. As this award-winning team of current and former Miami Herald reporters shows, illegal gold mines have become a haven for Latin American drug money. The gold is sold to metals traders, and ultimately to scores of unwitting Americans in their jewelry and phones. By following the trail of these three traders, Dirty Gold leads us into a sprawling criminal underworld that has never before been in full view.
Dirty Deals
Author: Nicole James
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 224
Book Description
Rusty-I'm the president of the Devil Kings Atlanta MC. With a fractious club to rebuild and a revolving door on my bedroom, the last thing I need is 5'4" of sex-on-a-stick trouble.When a mysterious beauty shows up with her playmate's body, dark soulful eyes and a bagful of cash, I'm willing to make an exception. I don't fully trust her, but she needs my help. Ashlynn-Things are finally good. I'm one of the best high-roller hostesses on the strip. But I've lived in Las Vegas two years and have yet to unpack my bags. Why? Because shit always goes sideways. I should have known this time would be no different.When I'm asked to hostess a private poker game at a mega exclusive hotel penthouse, I end up in the proverbial wrong place at the wrong time.I'm the sole witness to a double murder and I'm suddenly on the run again, but this time I'm running for my life.I get as far as Atlanta before my Porsche blows a tire. That's when he shows up. Dangerous. Drop-dead gorgeous. Scary badass biker. One I can't take my eyes off. Maybe this town is as good as any to lay low.When trouble tracks me down, I want to run again. But he has other plans.He'll protect me-for a price.My willing body in his big bed-all night, every night.That's the dirty deal he offers.Dare I accept?Where the President of the Devil Kings is involved, there are no rules. But I'll stand toe-to-toe with him and make it out of this bargain with my heart intact. Because in the end, running is what I do best.
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 224
Book Description
Rusty-I'm the president of the Devil Kings Atlanta MC. With a fractious club to rebuild and a revolving door on my bedroom, the last thing I need is 5'4" of sex-on-a-stick trouble.When a mysterious beauty shows up with her playmate's body, dark soulful eyes and a bagful of cash, I'm willing to make an exception. I don't fully trust her, but she needs my help. Ashlynn-Things are finally good. I'm one of the best high-roller hostesses on the strip. But I've lived in Las Vegas two years and have yet to unpack my bags. Why? Because shit always goes sideways. I should have known this time would be no different.When I'm asked to hostess a private poker game at a mega exclusive hotel penthouse, I end up in the proverbial wrong place at the wrong time.I'm the sole witness to a double murder and I'm suddenly on the run again, but this time I'm running for my life.I get as far as Atlanta before my Porsche blows a tire. That's when he shows up. Dangerous. Drop-dead gorgeous. Scary badass biker. One I can't take my eyes off. Maybe this town is as good as any to lay low.When trouble tracks me down, I want to run again. But he has other plans.He'll protect me-for a price.My willing body in his big bed-all night, every night.That's the dirty deal he offers.Dare I accept?Where the President of the Devil Kings is involved, there are no rules. But I'll stand toe-to-toe with him and make it out of this bargain with my heart intact. Because in the end, running is what I do best.
Competition and Sustainability
Author: Justus Haucap
Publisher: Edward Elgar Publishing
ISBN: 103532539X
Category : Law
Languages : en
Pages : 253
Book Description
Competition and Sustainability critically examines how the market economy can be preserved without compromising the Sustainable Development Goals of the UN. Serving as a useful overview of the problems and solutions found in one of the most controversial issues in current antitrust doctrine, this topical book offers concrete policy options for EU competition law.
Publisher: Edward Elgar Publishing
ISBN: 103532539X
Category : Law
Languages : en
Pages : 253
Book Description
Competition and Sustainability critically examines how the market economy can be preserved without compromising the Sustainable Development Goals of the UN. Serving as a useful overview of the problems and solutions found in one of the most controversial issues in current antitrust doctrine, this topical book offers concrete policy options for EU competition law.
The Deal
Author: Natalie Wrye
Publisher: Wrye Writing
ISBN:
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 228
Book Description
JESSE As a lawyer, my job is to resolve scandals. Unfortunately, my best friend’s sexy younger sister is a walking scandal, clad in leather and tight jeans. Off-limits, feisty and gorgeous in ways that should be illegal, Marilyn wins more than just my confidence when the wild child actress returns to Manhattan, covered in more Hollywood dirt than all of my court cases combined. We both need a cleaner reputation. A fake engagement might just do the trick. And in the meantime, I haven’t forgotten that the beautiful brunette is off-limits, just another part of the job. Like I said, resolving scandals is what I’m good at. But keeping myself from falling for my best friend’s sister? Maybe not so much… --- AUTHOR'S NOTE: *The Deal is a full-length novel, the third interconnected story in the Manhattan Nights series. The series can be read in any order, but for the best reading experience, we highly recommend starting with Book One (The Vow). **This novel is complete as a standalone novel, but contains continuing side plot-lines that may not be resolved immediately.
Publisher: Wrye Writing
ISBN:
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 228
Book Description
JESSE As a lawyer, my job is to resolve scandals. Unfortunately, my best friend’s sexy younger sister is a walking scandal, clad in leather and tight jeans. Off-limits, feisty and gorgeous in ways that should be illegal, Marilyn wins more than just my confidence when the wild child actress returns to Manhattan, covered in more Hollywood dirt than all of my court cases combined. We both need a cleaner reputation. A fake engagement might just do the trick. And in the meantime, I haven’t forgotten that the beautiful brunette is off-limits, just another part of the job. Like I said, resolving scandals is what I’m good at. But keeping myself from falling for my best friend’s sister? Maybe not so much… --- AUTHOR'S NOTE: *The Deal is a full-length novel, the third interconnected story in the Manhattan Nights series. The series can be read in any order, but for the best reading experience, we highly recommend starting with Book One (The Vow). **This novel is complete as a standalone novel, but contains continuing side plot-lines that may not be resolved immediately.
The Hoffa Wars
Author: Dan E. Moldea
Publisher: SP Books
ISBN: 9781561712007
Category : Biography & Autobiography
Languages : en
Pages : 508
Book Description
C.1 ST. AID. AMAZON. 10-15-2010. $5.99.
Publisher: SP Books
ISBN: 9781561712007
Category : Biography & Autobiography
Languages : en
Pages : 508
Book Description
C.1 ST. AID. AMAZON. 10-15-2010. $5.99.