Louis Freeh's Damning Report On the Criminal Conspiracy at Penn State University

OK, I guess I have to say "alleged" criminal conspiracy because they're innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.

In the court of public opinion, though, what a bunch of amoral bastards.

"Taking into account the available witness statements and evidence, it is more reasonable to conclude that, in order to avoid the consequences of bad publicity, the most powerful leaders at Penn State University—Messrs. Spanier, Schultz, Paterno and Curley—repeatedly concealed critical facts relating to Sandusky's child abuse from the authorities, the Board of Trustees, Penn State community, and the public at large."

Although concern to treat the child abuser humanely was expressly stated, no such sentiments were ever expressed by them for Sandusky's victims.

The report also says Penn State allowed Mr. Sandusky to attract potential victims by giving him continued access to the university and its football program.

"Indeed, that continued access provided Sandusky with the very currency that enabled him to attract his victims. Some coaches, administrators and football program staff members ignored the red flags of Sandusky's behaviors and no one warned the public about him." (emphasis added)

More, from the report:

The most saddening finding by the Special Investigative Counsel is the total and consistent disregard by the most senior leaders at Penn State for the safety and welfare of Sandusky's child victims.

Bad publicity delayed but not denied. Now reap the whirlwind.

Full report here: PDF

posted by Andy at 12:17 PM

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