June 26, 2011
To the Editor:
On Monday, June 20, as you reported, the village passed a resolution honoring Aisling Cuffe for her many achievements as both an athlete and student. It was a thoughtful and well deserved tribute. But there were a few unusual aspects to the event.
A few examples: Trustee Kane read the resolution, which listed the many honors Cuffe has achieved. I was among those present who heard him. But Cuffe wasn't there, so she didn't. The resolution proclaimed June 20 as Aisling Cuffe Day – presumably the day started at 9 pm on that evening of June 20. Who knew?
It was a nice idea, Trustee Kane. But a little strange in the way it was carried out. Next time you want to honor someone, maybe you should arrange for the honoree to be present. (maybe flowers? proud parents? a photo op?)
Mr. Kane, may I offer some advice, albeit unsolicited? When a politician honors someone, and doesn't even include the honoree, it may seem to some that their intent is more about themselves than about the person being honored.
Emily Thomas
Cornwall-on-Hudson
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