[Eugenia Gabrielov]

Call me old-fashioned, but I highly respect and like the policy for a number of reasons. Sure, perhaps there are grander things to worry about in our crazy little world. However, I believe that it is a sign of respect to dress a step up when you are in a government office of that level, or in any situation when you may encounter a more professional atmosphere. You don't need to slap on a tux to look classy, just take that step up and kick off your flip flops for a pair of nice shoes and pull on a pair of slacks. I promise it won't hurt you - clothing doesn't bite.