[LexBaird]

The people who attended the Hunley crew's funerals were there because it meant something to them; they had no other motive than to honor the fallen. That they should do so is right and good, because it truly touched them in some way.

On the other hand, for a pol to come in an official capacity would have no deeper meaning than the direct political opportunity the event offered to them. It would not enhance the respect, but cheapen it, turning it into a political event for one side or the other to exploit.

My position on the whole thing is that anytime a governor is in his office, doing the business of government, it is time better spent than attending a photo-op, which is likely all it would have been for them. If any truly wish to honor the Hunley's crew, it would be more meaningful for them to do so privately, sincerely, and without fanfare.

As you can tell, I've not much faith in the altruism of politicians.

[Gabz]

As you can tell, I've not much faith in the altruism of politicians.

Neither do I, I've spent my entire adult life dealing with them.

My position on the whole thing is that anytime a governor is in his office, doing the business of government, it is time better spent than attending a photo-op, which is likely all it would have been for them.

This is where we disagree..........The less time any politician spends dealing with "government" is time well spent.

"No man's life, liberty, or property is safe while the legislature is in session" Samuel Clemens (Mark Twain)

I am of the belief it applies even in the Gov's office.