Mr. Buckley’s letter that appeared in the Chronicle-Independent some time ago (President’s Day? Feb. 19, 2014) seems to demonstrate a trend in the U.S. of “no respect” for others whether in political office or next door neighbors. Yes, the president is the custodian of the Constitution, but so are the citizens of the U.S. For the many people who died to preserve our right to honor or criticize the president, we owe a debt of respect.