>distribute the corruption, which remains constant Why do you think the corruption would remain constant? When you have more centers of power, each tiny oligar

>distribute the corruption, which remains constant Why do you think the corruption would remain constant? When you have more centers of power, each tiny oligarchy is fighting for their piece of the pie. If they don't do something unethical, some other group might outcompete them. Meanwhile if you have more concentrated power, those in charge can think long term and won't be immediately threatened by the competition.