[1] Some of his early music is critical of United States foreign policy, especially the interventionism of the Bush administration.

Page's music also supports civil liberties, which are viewed in some of his songs as threatened and eroding.

[1] Page has centered his career on creating music similar in style and purpose to late-20th century folk musicians before him.

The song specifically mentions his and Bob Dylan's shared view that war is evil.

[4] He also performed in support of Pat McGeehan's campaign for a seat in the West Virginia Senate and at events associated with the Free State Project, such as the Porcupine Freedom Festival.