My Second Cousin Once Removed

Dianne Feinstein* has died at age 90.

The spectacle of her last weeks, where she was rolled out by her staff, barely aware of her surroundings was shameful.

There could have been a resignation, and a gubernatorial appointment, and some peace for Feinstein, but her staff wanted to remain a Senator's staff.

Sen. Dianne Feinstein, who made history as a champion for gun control and was California’s longest-serving U.S. senator, died at her home in Washington, her office announced Friday.

“Her passing is a great loss for so many, from those who loved and cared for her to the people of California that she dedicated her life to serving,” said James Sauls, the senator’s chief of staff, in a statement.

“She left a legacy that is undeniable and extraordinary. There is much to say about who she was and what she did, but for now, we are going to grieve the passing of our beloved boss, mentor and friend,” he said. No cause of death was given, though Feinstein had been ailing for some time.

The San Francisco Democrat was into thrust into the national spotlight in 1978, when she became the city’s mayor after incumbent George Moscone and Councilman Harvey Milk were assassinated.

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The final years of her career, when she struggled with failing health, were marked by controversy over her decision to remain in office. Her condition triggered a broader national discussion about age and power, and whether elected officials should be subject to age limits. 

I think that at the end, here staff were more interested in retaining their positions than helping her out.

Here is hoping that whoever California Governor Newsome appoints, that they will fire said staff.