We know bribery may be a common and widely accepted practice in other countries. In this week's discussion, please explain what's wrong with bribery and why it's illegal in the U.S.

Why should it be illegal for American companies to pay bribes in countries where everyone else is utilizing bribery for getting approvals/gaining favors? Please make sure you write at least 2 paragraphs and spell check your answer. Find an example of a current case that a person has been accused of bribery in order to influence a decision.