Short Fiction · Theme

Bureaucracy and Corruption

How Short Fiction develops Bureaucracy and Corruption.

The police force in 'Navy Day' and the repair company in 'The Repairman' are rife with graft, contracts, and self-serving officials, showing how institutions often prioritize power over justice or efficiency.

Where it surfaces

Navy Day
Political maneuvering and public opinion influence the fate of military branches, highlighting bureaucratic processes.
Arm of the Law
The police force is corrupt, taking graft from China Joe, and Ned's by-the-book actions disrupt the established order.