While I disagree with most of what you said, I respect your opinion. I will however have to throw the BS Flag on this statement,

“As a rule, the Right isn’t interested in fighting using anything other than military means while the Left isn’t interested in fighting this war at all.”

Which is totally without foundation or merit. Young men from both sides of the political aisle have given the ultimate sacrifice, and continue to support their fellow soldiers right left or in between.
And more diplomatic entreaties have been sent than saber rattles by far during this administration. I am sorry this is just too far off the shoulder to allow to stand unchallenged.