So how is this a misunderstanding.
Well, as you struggled with "No", and "I am not defending them", you clearly either misunderstood, or are just trying to score points of your own making.
So again why make the distinction between public and private?
I didn't, I acknowledged their existence. And, it was you who introduced the private sector into this thread, not I.
Bribery is illegal whether its your money or the public purse.
Thanks for that, I never realised
The public sector doesn't have these checks and balances?
Doesn't it? Well, perhaps it might be a good idea if they did.
I might suggest they instigate one ; I should think it will be well received.