I don't want to belabor this because Garry has (rightfully) apologized, but I would hope that the standard public figures hold themselves to is “does this eleva

I don't want to belabor this because Garry has (rightfully) apologized, but I would hope that the standard public figures hold themselves to is “does this elevate the level of discourse”, not just “is it legal to say this”. Things that could not-unreasonably be construed as death threats do not meet that standard.