Patch loves this poll stuff, huh?

The entire Sandusky situation needs a thorough public scrutiny.

Where was the He** Yeah choice?

Why was Tom Corbett so quick to blame Joe Paterno and so slow to prosecute Jerry Sandusky?

When we know the answer to that question we will begin to unravel the truth of this whole sorry episode.

Yes, she should investigate and the sooner the better. More than 1 person doing the investigating would be a good thing!!

Politics plays into everything, but the depth of an offense will only be found in the searching for it. If Kane has political aspirations this puts her into a 'precarious' position. Major decisions as this is risky, no question. Choosing to follow through on her commitment is a very brave thing to do especially when the citizen may not have her back when all is said and done. -- Everything suggests that she should do a superficial whitewash and be done with it. Most home-folks will give her kudos and let it die - maybe. However, if she takes a serious dive into the 'black hole' then she cannot blink until it's over with. She will live to be a hero or she will die to short-term provocation. If she leaves her integrity and her moral consciousness at the door of the office when she goes to work - she will choose the first alternative approach to dealing with the situation. -- If she lives by her principles she will play by the rules of the game, and her gut instincts. You roll the dice and accept the consequences with one exception, you know your opponent's move when you do it. To disarm your rival you disarm his/her wit. I would dare to say that there is very few people who would actually follow through on a serious effort as this with so much at stake here. But since 'justice' is at stake, as well, I would be impressed if she did.

Absolutely! There are too many unanswered questions worse, they are swept under the rug. I want to know why??

There is a lot more to what the media has presented concerning whether Penn State actually covered up for Jerry Sandusky. Much has been investigated over this past year to collect substantial proof that Joe Paterno was not involved in a cover up. The role that Tom Corbett played is NOT clear, very fishy, and needs a thorough investigation. For more insight into how flimsy pinning the blame on Penn State is, check out this excerpt from a documentary being produced on the matter: http://youtu.be/D3z-3CBfM8Q

This entire situation reeks of an unfair rush to judgment with regard to PSU and Paterno. Corbett allowed Sandusky to wander the streets knowing he was a pedo, yet no one says boo about it. Yet, Paterno does everything he is supposed to do with the vague information given Him by Mile McQueary all the way back in 2001, not knowing that Sandusky was a pedophile, and still gets crucified. Yes, Kane needs to look into Corbett's failure to do more to get Sandusky off the streets once he knew what Sandusky was doing.

Tom Corbett needs to be investigated for his role in the suppression of an indictment regarding the Sandusky case and, also, why he failed to indict Alan Shipman in the toxic Fracking fluids and waste case even though he had a great deal of information to do so. Was the reason based on his relationships with the Marcellus Shale industry and their financial contributions as he prepared for a run for governor?

This should ALL be investigated.

I think that Corbett had some conflicts of interest here.....as AG he refuses to prosecute the first reported cases; he takes donations for his gubernatorial campaign from the Second Mile; he okays a large state grant to the Second Mile; he sits on the Penn State Board of Trustees and urges the BoT to fire Paterno for not doing more with the first REPORTED case. And do I think Corbett needs to be investigated? That would be a duh, YES!

I'd like the AG to investigate ties the DEP has with the oil & gas industry. Thank you.

You betcha!!! Theres plenty more to the case then what has already been presented.... So far the case has progressed as expected,, and next step is the trial and conviction of the GUILTY administrators!!!! Early in the case when charges were brought against Sandusky,,, there was much, much speculation,,,, that this was only the tip of the iceberg!!!! There has been so,so much corruption, and cover up along the way, that it is almost amazing the monster was allowed his freedom for so long!!!! EVERYONE,,, that had anything to do with the cover up, and prolonging of Sanduskys actions,,, should be fully , independently investigated,, givin their day in court ,,, and if convicted punished accordingly!!!! Remember the country we live in and the justice system we have in place... The magnetude of the crimes involved warrant this and the public and victims should demand the same.... The rest of the story remains to be written until the investigation is complete and charges are filed appropriately!!! Stay tuned!!!!

this should be her first task.what a bomb shell this would be for her .but did a DA go missing while investigating this ?

Yes!!!

Absolutely, YES!

I believe Paterno relayed the info told to him to his superiors, even though it was hearsay in a court of law, as he didn't witness any activities. Paterno was too busy coaching the team he placed the burden of proof into his higher UPS, and trusted they would investigate the allegations. Tom Corbett should be accountable for his actions too. If I was the Paternity family I would cease any further donations to Penn State and instead donate to child abuse victims. We love Joe, and always will.

The Sandusky case has already been tried and convicted...I would like to see the investigation of the Benghazi case sooner than later... hopefully not forgotten about completely... aka - swept under. Preferably untainted findings of the full investigation.
That would be more meaningful than an after the fact credibility in the Sandusky case. One deals with the states... the other deals with national security.

Investigate further, definetly. And what is wrong with Franco Harris? I can't find the words.

Sorry, should have noted that I am talking about yesterday's "Upon further review-Penn State One Year Later" town hall that Franco hosted. I found a word!, "Yikes"

Mark A has obviously read nothing ... And I mean nothing ... About this case and is simply parroting the conclusory crap narrative spun by the media. If Paterno knew Sandusky was a pedo in 2001, then so did professionals working for Centre County Youth Services, Center County Department of welfare, Center County District Attorney's office, University Police, and the Attorney General's office. Each of the foregoing agencies investigated ... And exonerated Sandusky in1998. Get a clue Mark A before you start shooting your mouth off. Your ignorance of the facts is showing.

She should definitely waste her, and our, time investigating an investigation that has already resulted in a prosecution. That's much easier than actually prosecuting cases, but with her vast experience of almost 2 dozen cases in her lifetime, I'm not surprised.

I am pleased to hear she won! Someone needs to tell the absolute truth in this horrible circumstance. Penn State just kept there eyes closed hoping this would go away; and for many years it did. Unfortunately jerry didn't and kept up his unforgivable acts. This nation was built so that NO ONE, or NO GROUP has absolute power over the masses. I think this Nation just learned that lesson again!

Here are some questions that I feel need to be answered:
- Just how was Jerry Sandusky — an approved adoptive and foster parent — allowed unfettered, unauthorized, individual access to minors through his charity, The Second Mile, a non-profit licensed and audited by the state with oversight by the Pennsylvania Office of the Attorney General?
-How did Centre County Children & Youth Services (CYS) and the Pennsylvania Department of Public Welfare (DPW) – both with decades’ long relationships with Jerry Sandusky — repeatedly fail to identify him as a sexual predator? Who is currently investigating and evaluating their roles from 1998 to present?
-What action, if any, was taken by the executive leadership of The Second Mile after the organization was notified by Penn State officials of Jerry Sandusky’s behavior related to the 1998 and 2001 cases? How has The Second Mile escaped intense judicial scrutiny for allowing a suspected pedophile to remain in contact with children?
-Why did Tom Corbett, in the role of Attorney General, delay the arrest of Jerry Sandusky for nearly three years?
-Why was Tom Corbett permitted to accept $625,000 in gubernatorial campaign contributions from a charity whose founder he was investigating? As governor, how did Corbett approve a $3 million dollar grant for The Second Mile while he was overseeing a grand jury investigation of its founder?

Nah, there is no investigation needed. Many of those posting comments on Patch have the case all figured out. The AG only needs to tap into the wisdom of Patch ti learn about the case, who is at fault, and why. Should she waste time, when so many have all the details right at hand?

Roger, You comment on nearly every poll. You seem very opinionated. Would you be interested in blogging for Patch? If so, just give me a call at 724-510-5659.

There is a good website to check out called framingpaterno.com. A lot of the questions raised here are answered. There are many unanswered questions and let's not forgive the media and NCAA of victimizing the students, faculty, towns, and alumni. I wonder how these men feel now knowing that there are more people who are now victimized while they are revictimized by the media.

I believe that Tom Corbett was an Attorney General of integrity and honor. Were it not for his efforts, some of the crooks of the General Assembly would still be at it. Having said that, I have no objection to an investigation of his handling of the Jerry Sandusky atrocity. If Mr. Corbett acted in the manner which I believe he did, he has nothing to fear from Attorney General Elect-Kane or anyone.

For those who see Joe Paterno as a saint, I would note his self-condemnation, his own words regarding the Sandusky horror and his role in it, "With the benefit of hindsight, I wish I had done more....It (my failure to have done more) is one of the greatest sorrows of my life." This does not sound like someone who wonders whether Sandusky is guilty, does it? There is no question in my mind that Paterno would have been criminally charged along with other University officials had he lived.

Joe Paterno was a legendary, great coach who by many accounts, instilled laudable principles in his players. He was, however, anointed as the de facto leader of the University, college football taking precedence over all else. On his watch, a monster was able to destroy the lives of innocent boys in plain sight. There shall always be a stain on the Paterno legacy for it.

I challenge Mark A to present to us the facts -- not Mr Freeh'a conclusory opinions -- that support his outrageous statement that in 2001 Joe Paterno knew Sandusky was a pedo.

As Attorney General, Tom Corbett received over $647,000 in campaign contributions from members of the Second Mile Foundation, while only assigning one investigator to the case.

Meanwhile, at the same time, he assigned 14 investigators to Bill Deweese, who spent more than 5 years trying to get him.

It is difficult to believe these campaign contributions did not improperly influence his decision to not file charges against Jerry Sandusky.

The state police trooper who initially handled the Clinton County case against Jerry Sandusky believed there was enough evidence from a teenage boy -- now known as Victim One-- to charge Sandusky with indecent assault.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ji7UQhr3z3M

All the Corbett, Rendell, & Penn State Board of Trustees manure should be pitched under the Governor''s Mansion and let's all pretend nothing stinks in Harrisburg, Happy Valley, or anywhere on the friendly LGBTQ friendly campuses.

To John G: Iam not a PSU alum but my children have both attended there. I have seen first hand what the media coverage has done to them. It is not as heinous as what Sandusky did, but it was still victimization. Did you see the video that I mentioned? If not, you are as guilty as all the others who have convicted Joe (not those who have already been indicted, =The people of Second Mile and others) who are only looking at one side -- the one the media has produced. .

This video gives a different perspective. BUT, if you have already closed your mind then please be quiet or answer the questions. Why don't you wait until all the facts are in before you condem.

After all, isn't this what the discussion is all about? People are looking to Ms. Kane to discover all of those facts hoping that she can do it impartially. Sometimes I believe that people make up their minds simply based on their emotional opinions. Those who hate will always hate. Those who are jealous will also stay the same. Why? Stress and hatred can ruin you life and your emotional well being and relationships with others. It eats at your soul. I hope you find peace and will not reply to you again.

Mr Speigler,
I don't see any reason it has to be an either/or situation, such as either you see Corbett as wrong OR you see Paterno as wrong. Could well be that they BOTH neglected what they should have done!
(or possibly that neither did--- IF this is fully investigated, more infor may come out but with the info we have at this time, seems more likely they both did wrong/neglected doing what they should have)>
Ned

Absolutely, NE12Ukid. Although I disagree with your conclusion on this, an investigation may prove you right. Individuals that are open-minded will welcome an independent, non-partisan look at this, which I have to hope Attorney General Elect Kane will provide.

Govenor Corbett blames the Democrats and MEDIA for stirring this up!! Isn't it the media who stirred up the mess in the 1st place? I believe they were the ones who quickly blamed Joe Paterno and Penn State before any in depth investigation started. As for the Freeh report, where is the factual evidence that Paterno was involved in the alleged cover-up?

corbin is spending over a trillion dollars of tax payers money to sue the ncaa for penalizing that there pedaphile school. I have been told he also has an eye for the toddlers and he was in cahoots with that other imbicile