It is rare that a sitting justice of the Supreme Court of the United States of America dies. There are only nine justices serving on the court at any one time, so the rarity of a funeral is further increased.
Why, then, did POTUS not attend the funeral for Justice Scalia?
Obama speaks often about crossing the divide between the liberal and conservative points of view. He speaks often about working together. He speaks often about what he believes "all Americans" hold near and dear.
In fact, he speaks often about a lot of matters. But actions speak louder than words.
On Saturday 20 February 2016, Obama's action spoke clearly and loudly. By his absence, Obama displayed arrogance. He acted contemptuously towards a member of the court who did not yield to his liberal views.
That the President of the United States failed to attend the funeral for a sitting member of the Supreme Court is shameful and disgraceful. Differing views aside, it was the President's duty to attend.
His action will long be remembered and is indelibly marked upon his legacy.
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