Long detailed description of the plot for the book 'On Corruption in America And What Is at Stake': Title: On Corruption in America and What Is at Stake Author: Sarah Chayes Introduction: In her latest book, "On Corruption in America and What Is at Stake," prizewinning journalist and internationally recognized expert on corruption, Sarah Chayes, delves into the insidious and dangerous networks of corruption that have infected the United States, from its founding to the present day. With unflinching honesty, she exposes the corrupt systems that have thrived within America's borders, from the Gilded Age to the Reagan Revolution, and how these networks have undermined the nation's proud middle class and union members. This book is a crucial read for anyone looking to understand the deep-seated corruption that has plagued America and the consequences it has had on its citizens. Chapter 1: The Roots of Corruption in America The book begins with an exploration of the early signs of corruption in America, dating back to the Gilded Age when titans like Andrew Carnegie, John D. Rockefeller, and J. P. Morgan dominated the political and economic landscape. These powerful individuals used their wealth and influence to bend the rules in their favor, paving the way for a culture of corruption that would only grow more entrenched over time.

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