Congressman Canton was campaigning for a new term of office. He was running short of campaign funds and saw no problem in accepting money offered by Burt. Burt urged Canton that receiving more mondey was contingent on Canton voting against the "Environmental Clean-up Bill," which would have an adverse effect on Burt's wood pulp-processing facility. By giving the money, Burt is guilty of _____.

Bribery involves offering or giving something of value to a public official to influence how the official acts. Burt made the campaign money contingent on Congressman Canton voting against a bill that would harm Burt’s business, so the payment was intended to influence Canton’s official vote. That makes Burt guilty of bribery, not negligence, assault, or strict liability.

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