Letter: Does reputation matter?

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Letter: Does reputation matter?

I was taught that character really mattered because good personal character led to a good reputation. A good reputation allowed you to attract friends and allies to see you through a challenging life. Further I was instructed, the goal of life should be an enjoyable community, a purpose that was rewarding with knowledge you left the world a better place than when you were born. I have been wondering the last couple weeks how the rest of the worl…