I have not referred to him as a coward nor as a traitor. I will not do so.

As did Muhammad Ali/Cassius Clay during the Vietnam era, he hasn't bolted and run and he is staying to face whatever punishment is meted out after judgement of court.

I think his case is dead in the water and only plays well in the media -- not in any court -- but it is his right to refuse the order, as long as he faces the consequences.