I'm with vapourminer on this one.
I will drink whatever I want, whenever I want it. I won't let symbols and semantics dictate when to satisfy my taste buds.
It's just a culture clash. For italians, espressi and cappucini are like a part of their identity. And they do make the best of coffee, imho, for a reason.
It's not just enjoying taste, it's more like a tradition, with pros and cons that allow that friction regarding this "simple" topic.
Just my 2 cents.