glenwo2 is clearly displaying his youth, or his lack of understanding for the business 30+ years ago.
Bockwinkel started in the 50's, was a star through the 70's, and mid 80's. He certainly was a star if you grew up in an AWA market.
I would venture to state Bockwinkel was a bigger star in his day, comparatively to Booker T in his. That said, I still feel Booker T is Hall of Fame worthy. I hate to say by 09 or 2010 though, because much like major sports HOF's I think at least a 5 year waiting period is necessary to accurately determine one's place in history.
Booker has done a lot of good things for a long time. He has won the World championship, and he is a tag team legend. He'll be in and deservedly so.