Greed instead of integrity

The Nov. 23 article “Retire-rehire deals persist” is certainly greed at its best. It is almost commonplace today to hear of white collar criminals committing fraud for their own financial gain. These offenders clearly have no ethics or conscience, but yet they are cunning enough to gain the trust and access they need to execute their crime.

What is appalling is to read about those who are provided the spoils of a generous income and an opportunity to retire with a secure pension at an earlier age than many taking advantage of a permissible opportunity that is obviously corrupt. Even if a prospect is lawful, is it improper to question its appropriateness and decline the offer should it be iniquitous? In other words, does legal mean it’s right? Is having honorable principles a dying attribute?

My father is a World War II veteran, and he instilled in me the gift of integrity, so these acts of self-indulgence are offensive and discouraging. As a new mother, I can only hope that future generations find the courage and discipline within themselves to reject the temptations of legal greed.

Robyn Cole

Rathdrum