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The work of the secretary of state and the diplomats fit the bill. This includes of course their staff. These citizens act not as Republicans or Democrats, but as non-partisan representatives of the United States They serve this country well without the notoriety gained by self-aggrandizing politicians. Romney comes to mind.

As today's death of the Ambassador to Libya demonstrates - it is a very dangerous job especially in the aftermath of 9-11. The circumstances of his death and the three others diplomats with him are still unclear. The best publication that I have read comes from Reuters followed by one from the New York Times. 

It is a twisted irony that only religion can deliver. We hold the freedom of speech so dear that to promote and protect it we allow the most invidious and vicious speech. But as a result this 'speech' incited the savage religious zealots in Benghazi, Libya and Cairo, Egypt to attack American embassies. Not unexpectedly, one of the promoters is Terry Jones the Florida 'pastor' [New York Times].

September 11, 212 dedicated public servants were murdered. But, not enough rage has been expressed as to the actions of the producers of the movie. Instead it has become a political issue for Romney. Tomorrow the media will have forgotten. Where are we going?

[Editor: I made some changes pertaining to Terry Jones' participation. I highly recommend this Economist story Murder in Libya.]