Editor:

Dan Hannon (“Rocky deserves to be booed,” Jan. 25) missed the point completely.

Yes, it is true that Rocky Anderson is a polarizing figure in Utah politics.

Certainly Rocky has made statements over the years that were inflammatory and ill-conceived. The purpose of this particular event, however, was not to give commentary on your opinions of Rocky Anderson. The purpose of the event was to honor the U’s football team for its great accomplishments this past year.

This team has brought great pride, enthusiasm and distinction to the U. To boo while they were being honored was disrespectful and low-class, regardless of the individual who was honoring them.

That is not to say that everyone should have cheered and applauded when Rocky was introduced. The choice to remain silent would have been preferable for those who do not think highly of Mayor Anderson, and would have saved them some dignity.

Those who booed showed that their hate for Mayor Anderson is greater than their love and respect for the U and its football team. That is an indicting statement about them as supporters of the U.

Jason Barlow

Alumnus