Mayor Magnus wants to recruit a Harvard economist, Milton, as the chief developer for the Small Town's economic development division. The legal cap on the job of chief developer is $60,000. Magnus offers Milton $100,000. The contract is:

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The public interest is best served when public officials fully and faithfully perform their duties. Agreements that induce public servants to deviate from their duties are illegal. For example, agreements to pay public employees more or less than their lawful salary, as Magnus does in this scenario, are unlawful.

Mayor Magnus Wants to Recruit a Harvard Economist, Milton, as the Chief