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Illinois: How Bad Is The Political Corruption In The Land Of Lincoln?

The American state of Illinois is ranked as the second most corrupt state in the whole of the U.S. Known as the 'Land of Lincoln', where the 16th President of the United States, Abraham Lincoln was a congressman, he set a standard for Illinois politicians that seemingly few have lived up to. As of 2022, 4 out of the 10 most recent Illinois governors ended up serving time in prison, and previous analysis estimated that corruption costs Illinois taxpayers over $550 million per year. This documentary is a scathing indictment of politics in Illinois that looks at the pervasive culture of political corruption; serving as a cautionary tale to all states across America. Subscribe to The American Story for premium documentaries dedicated to the history of the United States:    / @theamericanstoryhistory   From the Cold War to 9/11, from the assassination of JFK to the Trump presidency, The American Story sheds light on the untold narratives and hidden secrets that have shaped the United States. From its formation way back in 1776 right up until modern day America, our weekly award-winning documentaries share new perspectives and untold stories from the land of liberty. Discover the past on History Hit with ad-free exclusive podcasts and documentaries released weekly presented by world-renowned historians Dan Snow, Suzannah Lipscomb, Matt Lewis, and more. Sign up to History Hit to start watching now https://bit.ly/45CPh5u