Los-Angeles-Shooter wrote:
As to a military funeral for a Major General, you are as usual incorrect. It is a public ceremony and a ceremony that shows respect for the position and accomplishments of the deceased. Obama should not have gone since his presence would be disruptive and would defile the ground. However, it would have been appropriate to send high-ranking members of the administration as a sign of respect.
Is the Secretary of Defense considered a high-ranking member of the Administration, Shooter?