What term is used to describe government officials who use their office to gain wealth and power for themselves instead of serving the public

How is government in the united states like that of ancient athens?

Why does c. wright mills identify critical thinking as one of the most important criteria for the development of intellectual craftsmanship? why is constantly being aware of the biased nature of your reactions and interactions (what c. wright mills calls self-reflexive) key to the development of that critical thinking? finally, why is keeping a file important, how can it lean to intellectual curiosity which can foster critical thinking and to develop a keen analytical mind?

According to this chart, which country is likely to have the most economic freedom with regards to entrepreneurship?