
The death of a former President usually means that the leadership of all three branches of the government gather to mourn on behalf of the nation and to pay final respects to those once chosen to lead it. These events come rarely and allow for a moment of ceremonial unity in the political world. Not every politician attends, but leadership is expected to make their appearances.
However, incoming Senate Majority Leader Harry Reid and his chief deputy Dick Durbin apparently can't be bothered.







