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In person icon Unintended Consequences: Political Backlash in Anti-Corruption Efforts

Conflict
Contentious Politics
Corruption
P527
Joseph Pozsgai-Alvarez
Osaka University
Denisse Rodriguez-Olivari
Humboldt-Universität zu Berlin
Denisse Rodriguez-Olivari
Humboldt-Universität zu Berlin

Abstract

While anti-corruption measures are designed to enhance accountability and governance, they frequently intersect with broader political dynamics, resulting in outcomes that may destabilize political systems, amplify polarization, or even erode public trust in institutions. This panel examines the complex and often unintended political consequences of anti-corruption efforts in various global contexts. The discussions will explore how anti-corruption campaigns influence electoral mobilization, institutional frameworks, and political agendas. Particular attention will be given to the ways these measures are appropriated by political actors to consolidate power or delegitimize opponents, and how public perceptions of corruption evolve in response. The panel also investigates the institutional responses to high-profile corruption cases, including legislative and judicial reactions, and the implications for governance and accountability. By focusing on both qualitative and quantitative perspectives, the panel offers insights into the broader consequences of anti-corruption efforts, highlighting their potential to reshape political landscapes in unintended ways. Through these analyses, the panel seeks to provide valuable lessons on how anti-corruption reforms can be better managed to mitigate the risks of political fragmentation and instability while achieving their intended objectives of reducing corruption and strengthening governance.

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