How about stepping back a bit and taking into consideration the effect and meaning of the presidents actions to others besides yourself.

There is a great article in the latest Newsweek about Singapores Lee Kuan Yew. It puts a different spin than what you see of CNN or read in the Seattle Times.

from the article
A great quote, " When America and Europe are divided, when Japan is hesitant, the extremists are emboldened and think they can win against a divided group."

Another, " Many Europeans think they can finesse the problem, that if they don't upset Muslim countries and treat Muslims well, the terrorists won't target them. But look at Southeast Asia. Muslims have prospered here. But still, terrorism and militancy have infected them."

Last, " Iraq has become a test of American perseverance. You must see it through, and I believe you will....If you walk away from Iraq, the jihadis will follow you wherever you go. You may think you have left them behind, but they will pursue you. Their ambitions are not confined to any one territory of people."

Makes lots of sense!!! If you get a chance read the whole article.

Every one I have talked with that hates the president and the polocies does so based on single issues ie abortion, Ashcrofts polocies etc.
National defense overrides any single or combination of issues and party lines. Something Bill Clinton never understood as he based his decisions on polling.