Indeed. But there's more at work here - Moveon and its fanaticism and electronic agitation is a phenomena of the times which cancels out any serious thought by Congress.
It is a significant step on the road to totalitarianism. It is easily manipulated and is not unlike the mass indoctrination of fascism and communism.
"...are facing withering support in their fight to defeat it."
Withering support? I think whoever wrote this meant "opposition" instead.
"...and an Aug. 31, 2008 deadline for the withdrawal of U.S. troops from Iraq."
I'm surprised. I thought any date they'd propose would be mid November 2008 for example.