They did--and they said, "let's do it again."
What do you think would happen if GB had a press conference and explained why were were there in basic terms?
The press would say "Quagmire Halliburton Britney Spears is getting a divorce Dancing with the Stars blah blah blah."
How would people react if told congress was refusing to release money for supplies that the military needs?
They'd say, "Good, that's what I voted for" and flip the channel.
Well, I pray you are wrong this time.