I find it strange how he and some others in the Bitcoin Foundation seemingly seek approval from the powers that be. Satoshi's original vision was clearly anarchist or libertarian. Isn't Bitcoin supposed to undermine the current monetary system? Isn't Bitcoin supposed to take power away from the banksters and their lackeys -- the politicians? Would Satoshi break bread with the CIA and the CFR?
An open CFR meeting might be okay, but this one's supposed to be closed.
It's not about seeking approval. They aren't inviting Gavin to discuss politics. Bitcoin is beyond one political ideology. You're an anarchist, most of us here are sympathizers with anarchist or libertarian views, but it does not mean the mainstream Bitcoin user will be and we have to understand that once you invent something you have to step away from it politically. At this point Bitcoin is just a tool to be used for the benefit of mankind.
If the CFR wants to know more about it then someone has to explain it. Just like the Internet had to be explained and Twitter.
Can't say it any better than that. Gavin isn't "sucking up" to anyone by explaining how bitcoin works. Lots of people need lots of education on bitcoin. I don't see what the fuss is about.