Thanks for the comment. I've been bracing myself for more attacks, but I think it's important give ourselves permission to question our most deeply ingrained beliefs. What's really interesting is how much the political right has weaponized the concept of attacking any idea that is other than a traditional perspective.
If there's anything the pandemic has taught us, it's that you're right in your assessment that the general public wouldn't tolerate inconvenience to win a war.
I've been having fun sharing this article on the Twitter feeds of unknown Republicans who are trying to win primaries. Maybe one of them will be stupid enough to make it his personal mission. Thanks again for the thoughtful comment!