I doubt that, more likely you are just being aloof.
Easily.
1. Both men were at the top of their games, at a legendary level while in their prime.
2. Both men were ultimately banned from their perspective professions and organizations.
3. Both men spent time in prison, then when released, obsessed over reinstatement, while never achieving their objectives.
Only those who can't see it for what it was...and still is.
Two words for you "consent decree".
~Bbbl~™