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Originally Posted by vintagebaseballcardguy
Mr. Clemente was on a rickety plane taking supplies to comfort earthquake victims. Huge difference...
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Plus, he was terrified of water, and was afraid of dying young. Yet he got on that plane. Clemente was a true hero, and lost his life as a direct result of his generous humanitarian efforts.
Kobe might've been a generally good guy, but his early death should not elevate his status, as Clemente's did his. There is little difference between Kobe's chopper crash and a basic car accident.