Why don't pollsters ever call me...?

Last week there was a CNN/USA Today/Gallup Poll (always trustworthy and right on the money) released that reported 57% of Americans do not believe it was worth it to go to war in Iraq. Peachy. It makes me wonder to what unreachable standards today's average American is holding the chemistry of war. We all witnessed first hand the efficient demise of a benign military led by one of the great megalomaniacs of the modern era, who now thankfully is in custody. Nobody likes war, but if I had to choose a war to support or participate in, I think I'd take my chances on one such as this. Sure there is horror, mayhem and sporadic chaos in the aftermath, but the underlying benefit of a free society is immeasurable.

How gauche it is for 57% of us to disapprove of the very act that has led to, among other things, in Iraq: gender equality, improved education, a growing and dependable infrastructure and the very spirit of individualism that made and continues to make our country great. My guess is that the majority of that 57% can tell you every detail about the runaway bride, and who's winning American Idol. But can they honestly tell you what is so wrong with spreading liberty? Luckily, it is infectious.