but it wasn't at an elementary school, or a church, or a private resort.  It was in a public setting, which, be definition, means an open forum.  She wasn't trespassing or uninvited.  Maybe it wasn't the most ideal of settings but did they mayor avoid her prior to this?  

We see too many politicians these days who avoid conflict because they support policies which are not at favor with their constituents.  While her actions may have not been welcome by those who wished to watch the pageantry of Lei Day, the real issue is whether her actions truly & legally amounted to disorderly conduct.