02-17-2012, 12:52 AM
mrbigstuff wrote:
this is only in practice when that person is appearing before an official body, like the government they just left or receiving an award from some kind of institution. however, I agree that in the debates, it is confusing and should be abandoned altogether. for everyone.
Not sure what you mean. These people can use those titles socially throughout the remainder of their lives, and in any private setting it is appropriate to use the title when addressing them.