Because it's really not going to make one bit of difference. It won't lessen the violence in Iraq one bit or even help to stabilize the situation.
Think I'm wrong? Just wait and see.
Much like Dems ignoring Gen Patritius's briefing - they do not want to hear any good news or signs of progress
It is important to remember that Patraeus is only there because the last General, George Casey, wasn't saying what Bush wanted to hear. Petraeus got the job because he's little more than a lackey for the Bush spin machine.
When Casey gave a bleak assessment of the situation in Iraq Bush not only ignored him he replaced him. It's no wonder that this new guy does such a good job of spinning the party line.
So much for "listening" to the commanders in the field huh?