The question is, do you support the assassination of Lincoln?
I don't tend to have a problem with assassination of rebel commanders, but I draw the line at heads of state, depending on the circumstances. JD doesn't qualify.
Per the rules of war, is the Commander-in-Chief a legitimate military target? Could we have assassinated Hitler?
JD doesn't qualify.
Sorry, but the Confederacy maintained diplomatic relations with the Vatican, and was addressed as the "Illustious and Honorable President" by the Pope. Regardless of your sentiment, President Davis was the head of the Confederate States of America.