A cynical nation and the stench of dirty politics
Article Abstract:
The accusations of corruption faced by French President Jacques Chirac are examined in detail. It is alleged that he took bribes from companies that were then awarded public contracts.
Publication Name: The Independent
Subject: Retail industry
ISSN: 0951-9467
Year: 2001
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Chirac fails to shake off stench of corruption
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French President Jacques Chirac is seeking to distance himself from allegations that political corruption is rife in France. He denies that the country is facing a moral crisis.
Publication Name: The Independent
Subject: Retail industry
ISSN: 0951-9467
Year: 2000
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Has France become a banana republic?
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The corruption scandals within French politics are discussed. Corruption has gained a much higher profile as a result of a sudden change in media, judicial and public views.
Publication Name: The Independent
Subject: Retail industry
ISSN: 0951-9467
Year: 2001
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