In the third world, $1M is hardly considered as a bribe. For large contracts in the third world, companies pay 20% as bribe. That's why Benazir Bhutto's husband is called "Mr 10%". In India, regional parties rule many states; the big bosses there want 20%.

Concern is certainly understandable.

The choice for Apple (and everyone) is how to respond effectively and appropriately.

As it stands, the world economy is being subjected to the whims of one person. And this person has a checkered history with marketplace economics.