In general, it’s a bad idea to elect players to the hall of fame immediately after they retire. It’s better to wait a few years to see how history interprets their accomplishments. The years allow for a more sober – and objective – reflection on the individuals. Why, then, do some insist on acting in a knee-jerk fashion when someone who’s famous for being famous dies? Read this week’s Carosa Commentary “3 Reasons Why Amtrak Should Not Rename Rochester’s Train Station after Louise Slaughter” to discover how this is relevant to our community.
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