A metaphor for Watada, perhaps?

Lt. Watada had a contractual duty to accompany his men to war. Watada may also have had a morale duty to speak out against a war he believes is unjust. But, when do we allow officers, indeed, freshly minted officers, w/o the reflection and context that years of service in any capacity may provide, to decide what orders are acceptible, appropriate, and ultimately legal. I am a law student, but no one would really take me seriously if I suggested that some Pennsylvania law were unconsitutional. Being a soldier and an avid reader doesn't make one an expert on international law. That said, he may not be wrong on this count, but should we really overlook his transgressions because he is sincere in his beliefs? Even if he is right and the war ain't right in the world, I would argue that Watada's voice on its own in a military of very professional, upright and law abiding men, just maybe doesn't add up. I hate to use this as a metaphor, but it may provoke someone: I shall not pay taxes, because federal income taxes are illegal. I'm a student lawyer, and an avid reader of IRSToday!, so take my word for it and allow me to prove that taxes are illegal before you toss me in Levenworth.