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American University History Professor Peter Kuznick said his classroom, along with others around the country, has seen what he describes as a "Once they take to the streets of Washington they might be in for a surprise, all the flags and dime-store patriotism..." | groundswell of skepticism about military retaliation to the Sept. 11 terrorist attacks. "There were protests on college campuses all over the country," he said. "They're questioning and debating about policy alternatives and approaches. Once they take to the streets of Washington they might be in for a surprise, all the flags and dime-store patriotism -- but I'm sure they are well aware of what they will encounter." He said students on campus are concerned that the need for military retaliation has reached a "feverish pitch" and are wary that the patriotism is a facade, "whipped up by President Bush," to justify war. |