CLEAN : Former French intelligence chief in court

The transcript discusses a legal case involving Bernard Spartigny, who acted under political orders, leading to a violation of journalistic source confidentiality. The case highlights the tension between political power and press freedom, particularly in the context of the Bettencourt affair, where the press revealed information detrimental to the Sarkozy government.

What was the primary reason for Bernard Spartigny's involvement in the legal case?

• He wanted to gain personal fame.

• He acted on his own initiative.

• He was trying to protect a friend.

• He was following orders from his superiors.

What is the main argument for Bernard Spartigny's defense?

• He was trying to expose corruption.

• He was coerced into acting.

• He acted within a legal framework under orders.

• He was unaware of the legal implications.

Why is the protection of journalistic sources emphasized in the defense?

• To give journalists more power than the government.

• To prevent journalists from being held accountable.

• To allow journalists to publish any information they want.

• To ensure journalists can work without fear of retribution.

What was the main issue in the Bettencourt affair?

• A legal battle over intellectual property.

• A political attempt to suppress press freedom.

• A financial scandal involving a corporation.

• A personal dispute between journalists.

How did the press impact the political power during the Bettencourt affair?

• By revealing information harmful to the political power.

• By collaborating with the political power.

• By ignoring the political power.

• By supporting the political power.