We are worked up because he is a traitor and deserves swift and sure punishment as an example of what is right. This is important because there are a bunch of people in this country who do not believe truth exists, no right or wrong, and every evil act can be excused because of what society did to him...the victim. We see it coming and will not have it and that is why we feel so strongly that the right thing be done quickly. Already on news reports the question arises, "what shall we do with him?". That should not be asked.
You can read his book and enjoy it, I have no interest in his personal life.
Like I said, let him receive whatever the law has in store for him. The position you articulate is perfectly sound, though I do think "what should we do with him?" is a reasonable question to ask.
But I think the best question to ask is: why did our government help put a regime into power that would later be linked to the murderers of 5,000 Americans?