In turbulent times, why open door to unnecessary conflict?

We don’t think we’re being hyperbolic in noting that a lot of controversy has erupted over Lebanon Mayor Paul Aziz’s decision not to issue a proclamation saluting June’s Pride Month.
As our report starting on page 1 recounts, there’s been some flak flying around over that.
Watching from the sidelines, we’re prompted to ask a broader question: Why issue proclamations at all? Is the practice incumbent upon city leaders, the government?
Before grabbing your writing…