I look at the demonstrations as a sign of what we suupposedly stand for, the ability to voice an opinion in a democratic society.  Passivity in a society is not a good thing.  Democracy is supposed to be a mix of voices, not a sing-a-long.    
  
To a degree, Jim.  In a democratic republic, the majority voice carries, and once a decision is made ALL have to abide by it.  That's how it works.  So, I agree with dissent and voicing of opinions; however, I also think that once a decision is made, it should be supported as America's position.  We are all Americans, no matter who wants to say "I didn't vote for GWB, I didn't vote for a war, blah, blah, blah." 
  
A note on "supporting" our troops:  Separate the policy from the personnel.  You can still support the soldiers representing and fighting in the name of The United States of America and not agree with the action taken.  I know they would appreciate it. 
  
Greg W   
  
greg i call bullshit on we ALL have to abide. 
  
it does not say that anywhere in the constitution or the bill of rights.