Short of you having family in the military, you live close to a war zone, or you're a defense contractor, I would say the vast majority of American's do not give shit unless it directly effects them and their daily lives. Until the day comes where the average American actually FEEL IT (i.e. war tax, draft, rationing, etc.) like in World War II, or Vietnam...
I believe it's safe to say most really could care less after a few months. Out of sight, out of mind.
