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Ted Cruz may have a genuine respect for Nelson Mandela in other aspects of his life than terrorism. This does not rule out attending this memorial service for practical reasons. Cruz many have volunteered or been selected to put himself among world leaders, movers and shakers of all political and religious types, to observe and learn and be the eyes and ears which will report truthfully on events taking place.

These events which attract a huge gathering of high level government leaders the world over are also an opportunity for them to meet and greet and hatch plots to overthrow each others governments etc. Fun times on the govt dime. Lots to be garnered from an intelligent observer who makes good use of the close up association with a variety of cultures and individuals. Ted Cruz is intelligent and will benefit from this experience.