” True patriotism sometimes requires of men to act exactly contrary , at one period , to that which it does at another , and the motive which impels them – the desire to do right – is precisely the same . The circumstances which govern their actions change ; and their conduct must conform to the new order of things “
* Robert E. Lee *
Agreed, however that is not the job of the military. It is the job of Congress and ultimately, the citizenry.