The episode mocks both sides—protesters who don't know why they're there (like the boys, who just want to skip school) and war supporters who equate dissent with lack of patriotism. 2. Cartman’s "Research" and the Founding Fathers

The town splits into two warring factions: the "hawk" rednecks (pro-war, country music lovers) led by Skeeter, and the "dove" liberals (anti-war, rock fans) led by Randy.

Instead of studying for a history report, Cartman electrocutes himself to "flash back" to 1776.