The Need for Reduction: A Further Reply to Michael P.

My correspondent replies to Michael P.’s latest post:

“I wonder if Michael would think it reductionist to pay attention to the fact that our efforts at democracy building in the

Middle East

entail a very messy war?  I mean, that's so bogged down in detail.  Can't we just say we're engaged in nation building and integrating humanity?  I supported this war, and now I must check my conscience on that; it requires some "reduction" to the actual acts that support the goals I felt justified them.”