Yes, it was Keep It Simple, Stupid.
I would think that a die-hard right wing reactionary such as you, ACamp, would be familiar with the acronym, especially if you have a military background.
I have no idea what Cartman has to say about patchouli. I never liked the stuff. Yep, I like The Dead. I'm what might be considered a third or fourth tier Dead Head. I didn't/don't like all they did, but the '69 album recorded at The Fillmore East and the Europe '72 sets are atop my list of "must sway and swirl to" recordings.
I've not commented on Notre Dame's uniforms, as I recollect. I could be wrong, but a search would be wasted time. Again: KISS.
Blue, Gold and White are all we need.