Depends on the particular "dissent"
For example, to condemn shrilly any attempt by our civilization to protect itself against aggression, without even trying to offer meaningful alternatives, well that's not exactly loyal opposition, is it?
Anti-American is as anti-American does.
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Truth is that which is the case. Accept no substitutes.
If competence is considered "hubris" then may I and my country always be as "arrogant" as we can possibly manage.