When a political figure who has been a positive role model and inspirational change agent in their communities and countries, dies naturally, or is assassinated,   our local and national flags should fly at half mast in honour of their contributions to the betterment of society.

When a political figure who has been a racist, misogynist,  homophobic and transphobic ideologue amplifying support for gun ownership and denying the tragedy of school shootings, dies naturally or by assassination, there should only be condolences to surviving family members.

If the leader of a country mourns such a death and wants to celebrate the life of such a person, then the flags of that country should be flown at half mast, upside down. For it surely indicates the death of intelligent governance for that country and chaos for the world order.

The way I see it.