Back in the Stone Age, when Harry Truman was president, to involve family in politics was considered unseemly. While there were exceptions to the general rule, Truman’s sentiments were typical. As his daughter Margaret recalled, “If there was one thing Dad dreaded, it was the thought of someone in his family getting involved in politics.” Truman’s sister, Mary, had the same experience. When she asked his advice about going to a political meeting, he replied, “For goodness sake … don’t go.”