This type of uncivil disobedience won't do anything to end or even shorten the war. Its aim is to inconvenience -- indeed, harm -- ordinary Americans by interfering with their daily lives, disrupting their businesses and impeding their freedom. It's difficult to argue that patriotism could motivate such behavior. It's also difficult to claim, as many do, that the violent and crude actions of some shouldn't tarnish the entire anti-war movement. Guilt-by-association is appropriate when one chooses to march alongside those who promote violence and hatred.
Advocating violence against America's elected leaders, lying about the United States' motives or conduct in the war, and punishing ordinary Americans in order to send a political message aren't legitimate forms of protest for the patriotic American who objects to this war. Wrapping yourself in the American flag won't hide anti-Americanism.
There are still plenty of avenues open for genuine dissent: writing letters, engaging in public -- civil -- debate, holding candlelight vigils, praying and even peaceful marches. But when the nation is at war and American troops are in harm's way, true patriots will be hard-pressed to stand shoulder-to-shoulder in demonstrations with those who hate this country and all that it represents.