A 'sensitive' subject

I apologize in advance to any sensitive eyes or for those to whom a topic like this will offend your sensibilities. Maybe it is a trivial thing I'm making too big a deal out of. Next to the name you give your child, I consider this the second largest potentially emotionally scarring decision a parent can make.

Circumcise, or no circumcise.

Decades ago, conventional wisdom, and even medical recommendation, was to perform the circumcision. Proponents still argue it is 'cleaner'. Opponents argue that it is barbaric, unnecessary, and reduces sensitivity during sex by up to 80%... not that I think men need any more help in the ability to experience heightened sensations in that area.

I've vacillated on this topic for several months. I know my wife's preference. Ultimately, as the male advisor to the male scion, the decision is mine. Theoretically, I could decide to not do it, and he would still have the option later in life. Realistically, the decision I make will be permanent. I don't imagine my son voluntarily having an 'elective' surgery of that nature when he is of an age to make such decisions.

Fundamentally, here is the question(s) I am trying to answer:

The first time he is exposed in public, whether it be a locker room at school, or in an amorous situation, how likely is it to be an opportunity for ridicule?

And, just as important, is that enough of a reason to have an elective surgery?

I'd appreciate feedback, especially from the romantic situation perspective. The last thing I want is for my son's first experience to contain "What's wrong with it?" or "Gross, is it supposed to look like that?"