Had that thought too, twice as much work just to steal the money. Yet, if you look, America often rewards (or at least encourages) thieves, rogues, scoundrels, ect...

Santos? Mostly encouragement if anything. Probably run for Governor.

Bernie Madoff? He had to turn himself in. 'treated in prison like a "Mafia don".' From WP:

> They call me either Uncle Bernie or Mr. Madoff. I can't walk anywhere without someone shouting their greetings and encouragement, to keep my spirit up. It's really quite sweet, how concerned everyone was about my well being, including the staff ... It's much safer here than walking the streets of New York.

Catch Me if You Can? Everybody wants to be the Wolf of Wall St.

Michael? Girlfriend, interviews, writeups, social fascination.