I just read this article today even its old. I am totally not agree with the article but some how there are some part of the article are very touchy !!!!!!!!
If you get a chance please have a look at it.

http://www.rediff.com/news/2006/may/23franc.htm

Please see this article too, touchy !!!!

http://d.yimg.com/kq/groups/10799446/584423345/name/Death.pdf