Syndicate Power Play

Michael A Johnson

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Sinopsis

Syndicate Power Play explores how organized crime infiltrates and influences legitimate institutions, amassing power that rivals governments and businesses. It examines the key pillars of syndicate influence: financial manipulation, political corruption, and market control. One intriguing insight is how criminal organizations use complex financial instruments to launder money and invest in legitimate businesses, obscuring their activities and exerting influence.

 
The book analyzes how corruption levels correlate with organized crime activity, drawing from case studies, financial data, and interviews with law enforcement and syndicate members. It argues that syndicate power isn't just about violence, but also their strategic leveraging of economic and political systems. This interdisciplinary approach combines criminology, economics, political science, and sociology for a holistic understanding. Uniquely, Syndicate Power Play focuses on the systemic nature of syndicate influence, examining underlying economic and political structures.

 
The book progresses from a historical overview to detailed analyses of financial, political, and business sector influence, concluding with practical recommendations for policymakers and businesses. It provides a clear understanding of how syndicates operate, empowering readers to combat organized crime.

Disponible desde: 21/02/2025.

Longitud de impresión: 81 páginas.

Humanidades y ciencias sociales

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