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This Cambridge Studies in Law and Society volume investigates the groundbreaking Lava Jato (Car Wash) anti-corruption operation and its far-reaching consequences across Latin America. The authors analyze how prosecutors leveraged public sentiment to criminalize corruption, examining the complex interplay between judicial institutions, electoral politics, and citizen engagement.
The book provides critical insights into how anti-corruption campaigns became powerful political tools, reshaping criminal justice systems and democratic governance. Through empirical research and case analysis, the authors explore whether aggressive prosecutions strengthened or undermined democratic institutions, offering nuanced perspectives on accountability, judicial independence, and the risks of politicization.
Essential reading for scholars of law, political science, and Latin American studies seeking to understand contemporary debates about anti-corruption efforts and their institutional ramifications.
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