The Pres did not politicize the war, the Dims did and he is simply defending himself and his policies.
Here's the link to Fred's article. The language used is Fred's and I will let him defend himself.
I am not going to argue about language as I think that you and I agree that it's right for the President to stand up for the War and the troops
http://www.weeklystandard.com/Content/Public/Articles/000/000/006/447vazuq.asp
Apologies. I misread Fred.