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Strauss-Kahn accuser Tristane Banon helps shape new French rape law – The Guardian
Ten years after the former IMF chief’s fall from political grace, Banon celebrates new legislation on ages of consent
FranceTen years after the former IMF chiefs fall from political grace, Banon celebrates new legislation on ages of consent
Fri 26 Mar 2021 05.00 GMT
Almost exactly 10 years ago Dominique Strauss-Kahn, the man set to be the next leader of France, was arrested in New York and accused of raping a hotel chambermaid.
It was a fall from grace many had anticipated but few believed would actually topple the veteran politician and Socialist president in waiting.
Back in France, the spotlight fell on a young…
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