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Posted By: PASJD

I personally believe Rose should be in the HOF because of his on field accomplishments. However, to excuse his activities on the grounds of a "disease" is bogus sentimentality in my opinion. People are "addicted" to the nicotine in cigarettes, but millions have sought help and quit, or found the strength to quit on their own. Many alcoholics choose to confront their illness and recover. Pete Rose had free will. I do not believe he was insane, or mentally incompetent. I do not excuse him one bit.