As long as the person has tried to rectify the situation, and tried to make amends for any hurts that he may have caused, then NO his past should NOT be held against him. But this country has always been known for it's bigotry and holding "grudges" against people I think many many people just get a "kick" out of spreading rumors and past misdeeds about others.
This is never going to stop as long as there are human beings. It seems to have been "bred" into us. It's a MORAL sin - and parents should tell theirs kids when they're very young that it's not a nice thing to do. Trouble is, parents love to do it. Sheesh.
Good topic, though. Thanks. Lee
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