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We read in shock and horror how our ancient ancestors would sacrifice young innocent children in religious ritual. We must recall that same shock and horror and ask ourselves, why is the game of football and the institution of the church so important that we allow (or cover up) the sacrifice of innocent children just to preserve the institution we love, whether that institution be football or the the church. The parallels between Joe Paterno and the Vatican are quite telling (football in America is probably the most sacred of our institutions). 

The only good news is that today we are more aware, and some people are demanding that authorities be held accountable for the harm done to children for the sake of the beloved game or church.