I tend to agree that this is no biggie. Bush 41 did not go to Arlington on Memorial day at all. That included Memorial day ‘91,two months after Desert Storm. Bill Clinton went all eight times during his tenure. Ronald Reagan went four times. I wish Obama had decided to attend, but, in light of past Presidents’ attendance, I can’t move this to the top of the list of things I’ll beat him up over.
I don’t know why 41 wasn’t at Arlington in 91 but I do know he HUGELY honored our DESERT STORM troops in the July victory parade. I was there.
Funny how we military never had to doubt his PRIORITIES.
Now, this putz, choosing a “vacation” with a token photo op at a nearby cemetery between golf and barbeque ..... while valiant men and women are DYING under his command........ Phtooey.
Bush 41 didn’t attend one year - he was ill. But the VP took his place.
Bush 43 & Laura attended each year. They love the military.
I know for I worked in DC as a volunteer Arlington Lady.