In the aftermath of the killing of our Ambassador, both candidates for President acted inappropriately. One sought to seize political advantage by commenting on the apparent disconnect between the White House and one of our embassies, vis-a-vis an "apology." One spoke publicly about working with the Libyan government to "bring to justice" those responsible for the killings.
Using the attack and killings for political gain is simply shameful. Whether there is/was a disconnect between the White House and an embassy is NOT fodder for the political machine in view of the deaths of four of our country men.
Reading from a script to convey the message that those responsible for the killings will be brought to justice fails to convey the anger the nation's anger. Obviously reading previously written comments is shameful. Where is the outrage and conviction other heads of state can so eloquently communicate?
In the first case, the candidate wrongly attempted to turn tragedy into political advantage. In the second case, the other candidate did nothing to convince me or anyone that our nation will hunt down and deal with the killers.
On this serious matter, neither candidate acted appropriately.
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