Virginia Gov. Bob McDonnell has proclaimed April as Confederate History Month. Boy, talk about an emotionally charged act at a time when the country is divided over a whole range of issues. But before anyone gets too bent out of shape, read the proclamation for yourself. It seems more about education than tribute.
Still, one has to wonder about the timing of this proclamation and whether the new governor would serve the state better by focusing on the future. There are plenty of memorials and Civil War battlefields all over the state. I am not sure I see a compelling need to open up this can of worms, which by the way has been resisted by previous governors. Instead, it would be nice if the man who campaigned as the "jobs candidate" would make news about getting people back to work.
UPDATE: McDonnell has now issued an apology to go along with his proclamation. Read more.
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