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Funny you reference the Catholic Church. Proof that forgiveness can cause irreparable harm. The problem would have never grown to the extent it did if the priests were held accountable for their crimes. Instead, they were moved around and harmed even more innocent victims.

Forgiveness is one thing. Common sense is another. While I am sure there were extenuating circumstances in this mans life, it doesn't change the fact that he was convicted of a crime and that the citizens have a right to challenge his presence based on his past actions. The town didn't destroy his character and reputation. He did that himself. He has to live with the consequences of his actions. Isn't that what we teach young people? Actions have consequences. Instead of scolding those that brought up his criminal past, why not use it as a teaching moment as to why it is important to think about your future before doing something STUPID!

That you don't even know this man yourself and don't have any clue about who he is, how he lives his life and his character is alarming to me. You are actually asking everyone to turn off their brain and make decisions based on emotion. Is that really the message you want to put out there?