In the United States, the term “crony capitalism” refers to a political-economic system that resembles traditional … interests in exchange for electoral support, under crony capitalism politicians and regulators use businesses to advance the … legislation such as the Dodd-Frank financial reform legislation illustrate the differences between crony capitalism and mere rent …

Crony capitalism systems—in which those close to political policymakers receive favors allowing them to earn returns … from case studies in Mexico, Brazil, and other countries around the world to examine the causes and consequences of …: The Political Economy of Crony Capitalism - Stephen Haber -- Chapter 1: Why Crony Capitalism Is Bad for Economic Growth …