Nicolas Sarkozy

Prosecuting ex-presidents for corruption is trending worldwide – but it’s not always great for democracy

17.03.21 The Conversation

Lula da Silva: Brasilien brauchen einen neuen Gesellschaftsvertrag unter allen Brasilianern

Former presidents are being investigated, prosecuted and even jailed worldwide. In Bolivia, ex-President Jeanine Áñez was arrested on terrorism, conspiracy and sedition charges on March 13. A week before, former French President Nicolas Sarkozy was sentenced to prison for corruption…