re: Kobe's death has made things real awkward for Planters

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Did these same people weep when a soldier is killed? Not likely because the soldier cant hit a turn around jumper from 18 feet.

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The reason they don’t have emotion is because they can’t put a face with the name.

Many have followed Kobe since high school and have grown watching him. He was an icon so there is sadness associated with someone larger than life passing. Someone who did inspire and bring joy to people.

Sadly, there are thousands of soldiers who die in service we never hear of or just glance over because we don’t have any connection to them.

There are some great basketball players and some pieces if crap. There are great soldiers and also soldiers who are horrible people. Not all soldiers deserve praise just as not all basketball players deserve praise.

Kobe happened to be someone who did inspire people. He was a positive influence on his community. He used his gifts and brought joy to millions of people across the world.

I would say he earned the respect he is being shown. If people want to mourn him, no harm.