What a unique, riveting, and moving week, with both the great John McCain and the Queen of Soul, Aretha Franklin, having funeral services on consecutive days.  I was struck and quite frankly, saddened, by the many, many eulogies delivered…including by ex-Presidents and other Washington elite…who unfortunately couldn’t resist the self-serving opportunity to unleash a myriad of gratuitous, and not so veiled slams on President Trump.

Struck and saddened, yes..but about as surprised as watching a Kenyan win the next New York City marathon. Continue reading →