Sadly, you are not in charge there because that would have been a perfect way for the Pres. to disarm (sorry for the pun) these two Kerry supporters and show courtesy to two decorated vets and ex-Senator.
So why was it not done in such a way?
My guts tell me that the Bush campaign has no intention of removing the ace he thinks he has on this Swift Boat issue and thus could not be seen to accept the letter.
No, Cleleand was refused entrance because he has publicly called Bush a TRAITOR, LIAR, AWOL, DRAFT DODGER, and COWARD! I think he was treated FAR more kindly than his a$$ deserved!!!
LLS