Model can predict conviction of lawmakers for corruption (IMAGE)

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Model can predict conviction of lawmakers for corruption

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A study conducted by researchers at the University of São Paulo estimated the likelihood of politicians’ future conviction for corruption and other financial crimes by analyzing networks pointing to similarity of voting histories.

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Laycer Tomaz/Câmara dos Deputados

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