Rosa Parks
I am frustrated by the response to the death of Rosa Parks. She may have been a great lady and presented a path for the future of the black race, but why is she different than any soldier that has been killed in times of war? What SPECIFICALLY did she do that distinguishes herself to have a state funeral?In the U.S., state funerals are granted by law to presidents and other individuals designated by the president. While tradition and protocol greatly influence the funeral planning, the exact sequence of events is largely determined by the family of the deceased. This decision is made once a president leaves office. Was President Bush trying to use this funeral as a deterrent to other scandals that the media has pushed upon him lately?
Why wasn't there a state funeral for the 2000th soldier killed in the Iraq War?
posted by AnotherGeek @ 12:45 PM
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