Le Pen's presidential bid 'is the ultimate symbol of the erosion of public ethics'
- Posted on July 9, 2026
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Le Pen's presidential bid 'is the ultimate symbol of the erosion of public ethics'
OP-ED. White-collar crime is no less serious than other types of crime, argues legal scholar Paul Cassia. He questions how Marine Le Pen, who champions a tough stance on crime, can run for president after being convicted of embezzlement.