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If you think corrupt politicians and other government officials simply steal taxpayer money, think again. Through ghost projects, overpriced and underspec projects, and useless projects (i.e., an excessive number of multipurpose halls), taxpayer money becomes a direct stimulus for a select few while the majority of people do not benefit. These corrupt officials also deprive the country of proper infrastructure built at competitive prices that would have brought down the cost of transportation of people and goods... infrastructure that would have prevented damage from natural calamities, which tend to bring up prices due to shortages... and infrastructure that would have brought down the price of electricity and water. These corrupt people don't just steal from you once. Their theft is multiplied by the consequences of their selfish actions. Don't just blame high fuel prices for inflation. Filipinos should be angrier.