Hitler appeared to German patriotism, Bush appeals to American patriotism. So what? All politicians do, its an old and useful tactic. You are not under a totalitarian system, the Germans were.

The Germans did stand up to Hitler on occasion, such as their public outrage that put an end to Hitler's "euthanasia" of mentally retarded people. As an American, you still have the power to influence en masse the policy of your country.

How do I know they aren't killing terrorists? How do you know they are? Its not my job to prove it, its yours.