The Corruption Cure: How Citizens and Leaders Can Combat Graft

"An exhaustive description of the current state of corruption. . . . The strength of [Rotberg's] book is its focus on change."—Paul Collier, Times Literary Supplement

"Corruption is ‘hardwired into the human condition,' begins the author. He brings together concepts supporting this statement from many sources, illustrating the challenge of identifying and controlling it. . . . This is a major contribution to the literature and should draw wide attention in many fields."—Choice

"As we renew the effort towards progress . . . we need a clear sense of where we have been. The Corruption Cure provides that sort of foundation, and will be a key starting-point for debates and actions to come."—Michael Johnston, International Affairs

"The Corruption Cure is a well-written, deeply researched prescription for change that could dramatically reduce corruption worldwide. Rotberg engages us with stories of leaders who rid their countries of corruption, stories that are grounded in specific measures that can be replicated. A must-read for policymakers, philanthropists, international business leaders, and the general public."—Jonathan Fanton, American Academy of Arts and Sciences

"A veritable tour de force, both intellectually and in scope. Rotberg is one of the most knowledgeable researchers in this field, and he also has impressive experience from practical efforts and policies for reducing corruption. I am convinced that The Corruption Cure will become a standard reference for a long time."—Bo Rothstein, author of The Quality of Government: Corruption, Social Trust, and Inequality in International Perspective

"The Corruption Cure reflects Rotberg's long-standing interest in the problems of promoting good governance and limiting corruption, and his wealth of personal experience from his many years of work in the field."—Susan Rose-Ackerman, author of Corruption and Government: Causes, Consequences, and Reform