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We have a sick culture.
Opulence, self-indulgence, rampant consumerism and a focus on materiality has distorted our preception of reality.
Example: we are the wealthiest nation in the world yet every election, all we hear is the economy, the economy, the economy... what about the morality?
These athletes/entertainers father multiple children out of wedlock, spend money hand over fist on self-indulgence, expect the team and it's supporters to bail them out of trouble, etc... some of these guys are just plain lost.
When I was a kid, you asked about a guy's batting average, his touchdowns or his college/hometown. Now you hear about his salary, bonus, incentives, his agent, his FA marketability, etc... BIG change.
There are many fine and even admirable athletes out there who are loyal, patriotic, strong family men, religious and community centered, and who shun all the glitz and hype (Cal Ripken Jr. and John Stockton come to mind).
KCJ
Grew up wanting to be Johnny Unitas and Len Dawson
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