A poor choice of subjects 

With all of the good people doing great things in our community, I was disgusted to read the article, “Ticket or Not, St. Louis sports fan finds a way in” in the Jan 30 edition. This article lauded the juvenile, selfish and illegal behavior of an arrogant sports fan who rationalized sneaking into sporting events. 

The article celebrates the behavior of a person who describes sneaking into games as something he “could feel cool about, something (he) could be great at.” Is the Light’s message that each of us should break the law if it makes us feel better? 

Should those who do not have enough food on their shelves steal from the grocery store because the store owners are already making enough profit on their paying customers? I found this article contrary to the values of integrity and tikkun olam that we, as Jews, strive to achieve. 

Ted Isaacs, St. Louis

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I found the article, “Ticket or not, St. Louis sports fan finds a way in,” to be distasteful in that it seemed to promote Mr. Kraus’ negative actions of sneaking into sporting events. There is a lot of good happening out there, such as the first Jewish Super Bowl MVP Julian Edelman writing a PJ Library book. I don’t think the Light needs to put a positive light on an action that is clearly inappropriate. 

Kraus has every right to profit from writing a book, but I don’t think the Light should highlight this St. Louis native when Kraus’ message does not appear to be remorseful, but rather boastful. 

Dan Winograd, University City

I wish to thank Rabbi Seth Gordon (“Article celebrates shameful behavior,” Feb. 6) for so clearly and articulately responding to the article about sneaking into ticketed events. He was spot-on with the moral, halachic and cultural problems that he identified. I am grateful that he set the record straight on what actions and values Jewish people and publications should promote. Let us all go and develop expertise in far more worthwhile pursuits, make a positive impression on those around us, and as well as a Kiddush Hashem.

Kate Friedman, Panama City Beach, Fla.