As I recall, the photos of Dean's brother were taken during the Presidential primaries. Hmmm, using the death of your own brother to further your image. THAT'S respect.
Yes it was. Some Veteran groups complained that he received a Salute. The DOD explained that Dean's brother received Military Honors due to the fact that there was an outside change that the coffin contained the remains of more than one person. They stated there was a small possibility that there was a Serviceman included with the remains. Dean's brother was in the area touring on a left wing basis. He was not in the military.