Amazing to see the circle of life - in 1978 I was in Wiesbaden Germany with the 10th Cavalry when then President Carter came for a visit. The dog and pony show was incredible. I took guard duty for the night before so I could sleep through it.
I have always believed if you talk to them or allow them to “use” you - they will think you approve of them. I show that ilk utter disdain - just walk away!
Did the same thing at Aviano Italy when the KKKlintons came to visit. Made sure I was not in a position to be "volunteered" to be part of the crowd detail.
When I was at Andrews, just before my retirement, that was a regular feature of life...not only was there crowd detail, but they made us change into civvies and cheer...every time the danged airplane landed there (yes, it got old...fast).
My Mother was born in Wiesbaden - beautiful part of Germany I’ve heard.
As for Earthdweller’s comments on here I’m stunned by some people’s naivety (putting it nicely) - I guess that’s how 0 got elected!!