[craig]

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There is some element of relation even in professional sports - 'local heroes'. It might sound xenophobic, but I think it's easier for most people to root for a guy named Ruth than a guy named Rodriguez.

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I understand that and it is a valid point. But the term 'sad but true' in reference to the Rooney quote doesn't seem to convey that. And I don't necessarily think Rooney was being xenophobic as much as he was being someone who was reflecting on 'glory days' and as people get older, they tend to not like change as much.

craig