re: #6 sliv_the_eli

I wonder, can it really be as simple as young PSU students reacting to a perceived attack on Joe “Pa”, their father-figure? Perhaps. After all, family members “defend” their criminal parent/sibling/child against accusations of criminality all the time. One would think, however, that pedophelia was sufficiently stigmatized by now that Joe Pa’s kids would, if not be disgusted by his inaction in this case, at least not rush out to so strongly and violently support him.

I would be really mad at my kids if they were in that crowd. I have a pretty deep understanding of how sports figures can be so revered. I have been part of the sports scene my entire life. I will agree with you that anyone who defends pedophilia or its enablers have a corrupt moral compass. But I also know what it is like to be an 18 year old sports fanatic whose enthusiasm exceeds their wisdom and judgment.