Donald Trump Just Made Another American Institution Bend to His Will. It's Especially Ugly.
Briefly

Pete Rose, banned for betting on baseball, particularly his own team's games, has been removed from MLB's permanently ineligible list by Commissioner Rob Manfred. The change marks a significant policy shift regarding deceased players, as Manfred stated that a deceased individual cannot threaten the game’s integrity. However, the move has provoked skepticism, viewed by some as a political favor rather than a genuine policy change. Critics argue that the integrity of the game could be undermined by such decisions that seem motivated by external influences rather than the sport's values.
Rose’s gambling on baseball not only broke the sport's fundamental rules but also raised questions about the integrity of the game, a major issue for fans.
The MLB Commissioner’s decision to remove Rose from the ineligible list seems more about political maneuvering and less about a genuine change in policy regarding deceased players.
Read at Slate Magazine
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