Dr. Kelso's thoughts narrate this episode in which he takes a special interest in a patient who is an Iraqi War veteran. The presence of the veteran brings about a political debate amongst the staff regarding the War.
- Be Careful What You Wish For: "Well, you got what you wished for, Bob. No one needs you."
- Call-Back: Kelso has a tattoo on his ass of his buddy's name, Johnny.
- It's Personal: Kelso served in Vietnam, so having a veteran as a patient is meaningful to him.
- Jerk with a Heart of Gold: Kelso encounters a veteran with a head wound and decides that he will not let this patient fall through the cracks.
- No, You: Janitor asks JD to point to Iraq on a globe.JD: That's Iraq.
Janitor: That's China.
JD: You're China. - Only Sane Man: Kelso is the only one who realizes that it is a bad idea to get involved in political arguments, unlike the rest of the employees who argue with each other to the point that it affects the patients.
- Papa Wolf: For all he's made fun of his son, his son is always in his thoughts and he wants the best for him, and in the way his son wants them.Kelso: [narrating] I don't mind that goofy bastard [Dorian]. If he were gay, he'd be perfect for my son. Harrison's been looking for a new power bottom.
- What the Hell, Hero?: Kelso reminds everyone that their focus needs to be on the patient, not on the war he fought in.
- Zero-Approval Gambit: The episode ends with Kelso revoking the employee discount at the Coffee Bucks for everyone except himself. This unites everyone in their hatred of Kelso and ends their political arguments.
