Passing Bull 419

Two nations – the UK and the US – just celebrated the birthday of their head of state.  One did so with a centuries old tradition of display of military precision – pomp and circumstance – that is greatly loved by its people and is famous throughout the world.  Tens of thousands turned out to greet the royal family and the nation was at apolitical peace with itself for a brief interlude.  The other did so with a ludicrous display of cruelty and vulgarity reserved for the standing beneficiaries of nepotism, caste, and corruption.  Somehow they gave a perfect picture of the swamp that engulfs a capital ruled over by an aged illiterate convict.  After 250 years, they might consider trying to grow up.  The flawed promise of 1776 remains unfulfilled.