Backstage at the Lincoln Assassination

[Gene C]

Lee had surrendered, Richmond had fallen. For all intents and purposes, the war was over.
Booth didn't fight on a battlefield. Booth shot an unarmed man from behind. His cause may be considered noble, his actions were not.

Hypothetically, I may not want my son/daughter to go to war, but I can be proud of the fact they fought for their beliefs and country.
I don't know to many people that would be proud if their child repeated Booth's actions.

Joe, I think the person you are referring to is A W Smiley