The "natural patriotism and respect for the office of President" you cite has absolutely nothing to do with the Current Occupant. He has disgraced his position and violated his oath of office. If the shoe had had a foot in it and had been aimed at his other end it would have more accurately reflected most people's feelings.

AFP:

Saddam Hussein's former lawyer Khalil al-Dulaimi said he was forming a team to defend Zaidi...

Hooray?