Turn the Politicians loose on this project....they would have'em talked up there in a jiffy....but over budget, overschedule, and looking for a mission for them much like the V-22.
This will require a fact-finding junket for all the pols to the space station. The crew can welcome them aboard and then inform them in the interest of their comfort and the lovely view that 'cocktails are being served outside... on the terrace...'