I understand your rant because of Gaza flotilla fiasco when deficiences in American foreign policy stand exposed. There was indeed very little "change" in American foreign policy since Obama took office as I explained in my recent diary. I would argue however that some changes yet taking place.

As for Obamatrolls on DK which tried to tear your diary apart I think they were mostly attracted by its title, never reading your points. I remember there were many foolish comments like "No. Another question" - they read only question in the headline, answered (to it) and did not bother to read further.

I don't know how you feel about being attacked undeservedly by DK's "musclemen with zero IQ". Reaction to such bullying may depend on one's depth of conviction (and knowledge), whether one feels that nothing wrong with his (her) views and continues to express and defend them no matter what.

Internet blogging may be not enlightened internet democracy where everyone is tolerant to other's rants or flaps, but often degenerates into internet bullying like in schoolyard with difference that is not material, not physical. DK moderators do not seem to bother much about such permanent gallery on their forum, that is up to them, however they uprated your diary because of you past work.