A Justifiable Cost

It was reported today that Jason Giambi, a "slugger" for the New York Yankees, admitted to a grand jury that he used illegal steroids to enhance his performance. But this in no way should damage Giambi's image as a hero to our children.

True, he directly lied about taking the drugs; and it's also true that taking these drugs are technically cheating. But children should learn at an early age that lying and cheating are okay if you are doing it for something really special.

True, the drugs probably directly caused the myriad of health problems Giambi suffers, including a thyroid tumor. But doesn't fame and fortune justify an early death?

Costs are never relevant. Only results are.