How many body bags can the American public tolerate as they try to line up with a definition of patriotism that requires a blind loyalty that hears to evil, sees no evil, and speaks no evil? One of the powerful forces that adds to the strength of the U.S. military is the loyalty and honor given to the sons, brothers, uncles, fathers, and grandfathers who “served their country” at great cost. Military power is not just the hardware on the front line. It is also the hearts and minds of the people "back home." Our country is filled with people who can’t say a negative word about U.S. military involvement without feeling they would dishonor (and displease) either a living or dead family member. But there are limits and this administration is losing ground on both fronts.