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Originally Posted by Ron Duguay's Hair
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I think people that may not necessarily be familiar with college football don't understand the power the program yields, especially in these smaller towns that are basically known for the University. Joe Paterno is the most powerful man in State College, PA. He makes more money than the University President. He is revered as a God among men in State College. If he wanted this investigation to happen in 1998, or 2002, he could have made it happen.
Sandusky was his right hand man for decades, anything that happened with him reflected on JoePa. I don't doubt that played a role in his lack of follow-up in this case. I think he's playing the "aw shucks" old man role quite well, but the truth is, he tried to control his own destiny today by resigning effective at the end of the season.
I commend the Board of Trustees for taking away that power play tonight. It makes me think that there are people that realize Penn State is truly more than the football program.