How To Use Patriotism In A Sentence

True patriotism doesn't exclude an understanding of the patriotism of others.
It's a bizarre concept that intertwines issues of patriotism and sporting chauvinism.
While, as Steve pointed out, patriotism can easily slip into jingoism, that is simply a way for some people to channel their personal idiocies. Planet Atheism
Hi -- I would like to commend the courage and patriotism of several of your citizens, the three dozen employees of Americall who, when asked to telemarket and read a script of blatant and out-of-bounds lies to recipients, refused, and left their jobs, without pay, as a matter of principle. Dozens Of Call Center Workers Walk Off Job In Protest Rather Than Read McCain Script Attacking Obama
The trade union movement was swept along by the same tidal wave of patriotism which affected the country as a whole.

It would seem that, although the Knight had the accomplishment of that result as much at heart as the priest himself, his national pride and patriotism relucted at the idea that English colonies should become possessions of the hereditary enemies of his nation. The Knight of the Golden Melice A Historical Romance
They also continue to pander to the successionist crazies who have elevated state patriotism to a religion. `Under God' in Texas pledge is constitutional, federal judge rules | RELIGION Blog | dallasnews.com
The attacks fueled a feeling of patriotism across the country.
One always has to be aware that as one writes as an American, looking in on America, and living here and writing about "the system" it is not considered an act of anti-patriotism or treason or antisocialism or Communism or whatever other bizarre notion they might be able to convince you of. AMERICA IS MANUFACTURING SICK PEOPLE NOW
But the ceremonies are likely to be resisted by some young Britons, who are naturally wary of what they regard as flag-waving patriotism.
The discipline of the school was hard, not with the healthy and natural hardships of life in the open air, but with an artificial Spartanism, for it was the time when the Germans, who had suddenly awoke to feelings of patriotism and a love of war to which they had long been strangers, under the influence of a few writers, were throwing all their energies into the cultivation of physical endurance. Bismarck and the Foundation of the German Empire
In times of war, the distinction between patriotism and nationalism vanishes.
They are true patriots at a time when patriotism is under attack.
It is an irony lost on nobody that men draped in the English flag proclaiming unmatchable patriotism are the ones who disgrace this country.
Patriotism can turn into jingoism and intolerance very quickly.
Liberals were seen as weak-kneed wimps, unwilling to use force internationally and preoccupied with social welfare internally; local patriotisms prevailed everywhere.
Patriotism is the last refuge of a scoundrel.
Whereas my patriotic songs bit has been storming, the section on misplaced patriotism has been going less well. Times, Sunday Times
The soccer fans indulged their patriotism, waving flags and singing songs.
Our heroic past should help to educate the personnel of today's army and navy in a spirit of patriotism and loyalty to one's military duty.
The exclusive force is represented by caste and class, by gentility and donnishness, by sectarianism and nationalism, and even by patriotism ” and the inclusive force is represented by Walt Whitmanism and Christianity.” Father Payne
The 20-year-old winger's strong sense of patriotism and loyalty means he has no interest in making the distinction. The Sun
Anyway, he adds, he has a New Zealand passport as well as a British one, and two of his children live in the Antipodes, so I mustn't make assumptions about patriotism.
She might have added Spenser's Britomart, whose name indicates both her patriotism and her warlike character.
Patriotism, hounded on by Prussian Terror, by Preternatural Suspicion, roars tumultuous round the Salle de Manege, all day; insults many leading Deputies, of the absolvent Right-side; nay chases them, collars them with loud menace: Deputy Vaublanc, and others of the like, are glad to take refuge in Guardhouses, and escape by the back window. The French Revolution
To the Cheneys of the world, the term patriotism means being an american right winger and a nazi. Think Progress » CNN’s Wolf Blitzer Calls Out Lynne Cheney For ‘Sniping At My Patriotism’
Three days before Mr. Mubarak left office, al Qaeda in Iraq, an affiliate group, released a statement that highlighted the gulf between the protesters in Tahrir Square and the jihadis on the sidelines: "Beware of the tricks of un-Islamic ideologies, such as filthy and evil secularism, infidelic democracy, and putrid idolic patriotism and nationalism," it said. Uprisings Put al Qaeda on Sidelines
In conclusion, fellow citizens, allow me to invoke in behalf of your deliberations that spirit of conciliation and disinterestedness which is the gift of patriotism. State of the Union Address (1790-2001)
Patriotism means to stand by the country. It does not mean to stand by the president or any other public official, save exactly to the degree in which he himself stands by the country. It is patriotic to support him insofar as he efficiently serves the country. It is unpatriotic not to oppose him to the exact extent that by inefficiency or otherwise he fails in his duty to stand by the country. In either event, it is unpatriotic not to tell the truth, whether about the president or anyone else. Theodore Roosevelt
You see all the illegals commenting here that you should be not so foolish as to stand on principles of Justice; and so then you should betray America with them and join in their perpetration of crimes against humanity, and support their treason, sedition, and insubordination of civil patriotism in the Constitution of the U.S. Sheesh, Jack, you're so stupid to uphold the law. Spook spotlight (Jack Bog's Blog)
It reflects patriotism as identity rather than the brute and ugly side of nationalism. Times, Sunday Times
When Dubbya arranged a cosy billet in the TX Air National Guard; when Cheyney had “other priorities”; when Donald “You go to war with the army you have” Rumsfeld never saw fit to personally smell the gunsmoke; when any number of “chicken hawk” neo cons were allowed to hijack national security, it was patriotism? Obama’s ‘Dream Team’ - The Caucus Blog - NYTimes.com
For Poe, the masculine qualities are necessary for good criticism and, indeed, for good patriotism.
June 24th, 2006 at 1: 46 am moonbat patrol says: so now Donald trump is a military expert?? well he as it least is in “good” company. right up there with Streisand, the ditzy chicks, helen thomas, susan sarandon and other moonbats. good job trumpus, i guess all that money can’t buy intelligence or patriotism. Think Progress » Donald Trump on Iraq.
Thanks to Clarke and Foster, such questions can now be asked openly, seriously, and without impugning the questioner's patriotism.
Such patriotism was remarkably sustained, though not unchanging, continuing through to the end of the war.
After decades of rejection as a symbol of outdated patriotism, the poilu (French slang for infantryman) has become a cultural icon in recent years, celebrated in films like "Joyeux Noel" (2005) and in books like "Lettres des Poilus," which has sold more than 300,000 copies since publication in 1998. Collectors Vie For World War I Memorabilia
Mirroring the shallowness of hawks, who condemn peaceniks for their lack of patriotism, many doves castigate anyone who is not opposed to war.
In our country, patriotism is synonymous with royalism. Times, Sunday Times
Answering the question suggests that its construct is legitimate, that a candidate's patriotism is subject to qualification, gradation, and comparison.
Patriotism means to stand by the country. It does not mean to stand by the president or any other public official, save exactly to the degree in which he himself stands by the country. It is patriotic to support him insofar as he efficiently serves the country. It is unpatriotic not to oppose him to the exact extent that by inefficiency or otherwise he fails in his duty to stand by the country. In either event, it is unpatriotic not to tell the truth, whether about the president or anyone else. Theodore Roosevelt
I fear a dirty little wrongful dismissal suit brought against the boondogglous Council for Canadian Unity (Franks passim, ad absurdam) may be yet another sign of a severe downturn in the patriotism business.
Astronauts on the moon frequently connote intensional meaning, in the language of linguists greatness, honor, and patriotism. Obama's View of Service, David Henderson | EconLog | Library of Economics and Liberty
I realize that patriotism is not enough. I must have no hatred or bitterness towards anyone.
True patriotism doesn't exclude an understanding of the patriotism of others.
Extreme patriotism, once a minority position, has become increasingly mainstream and is given airtime. Times, Sunday Times
He condemns the tilt towards blind patriotism, but what are the interests behind the beating of the war drums?
It is not patriotism, that is to say undiluted concern for the nation as a whole, which leads some of the modern Egyptians to prefer an entirely native government to the Anglo-Egyptian administration now obtaining in that country: it is restlessness; and I am fortunately able to define it thus without the necessity of entering the arena of polemics by an opinion as to whether that restlessness is justified or not justified. The Treasury of Ancient Egypt Miscellaneous Chapters on Ancient Egyptian History and Archaeology
In that context, I stressed the necessity of repudiating all forms of U.S. patriotism.
It is believed that executive cars made by BMW and Volkswagen, which owns the Audi and Bentley marques, were considered but Jaguar, whose cars are made in Britain, came out on top in terms of value for money - and, of course, patriotism.
It has always preached realism rather than blind patriotism for the sheer hell of it. The Sun
When I woke up, Facebook and Twitter were ablaze with patriotism.
In terms of modern PC attitudes toward war and national solidarity, it's a big bucket of cold water down the pants of the timorous, and it reminds you how unapologetic popular patriotism used to be.
But better to tell the whole tale and let a mature patriotism grow in full remembrance of things past. Times, Sunday Times
Pindars allegorize a division between disciplined and vulnerable bodies, true and false patriotism, manly and unmanly sentiment. 'Manlius to Peter Pindar':Satire, Patriotism, and Masculinity in the 1790s
He appealed to Syrians to remain steadfast against what he called the greatest challenge to face Syria in its modern history, describing it as "a real test of patriotism" for the people and "a race between terrorists and reforms. Syrian Leader Vows 'Iron Fist'
The second noticeable phenomenon is the appearance of emotional patriotism.
The delegates wear designer chinos and yellow baseball caps and the talk is all about patriotism and duty - just don't mention the deficit, welfare meltdown or what's really in the manifesto.
War efforts are equated with indubitable patriotism.
If I ruled the world, nationalism and patriotism would be abolished.
What I like about the film is that it is just about war, not about the nationalism or patriotism associated with it.
Other than that: Why does the media label unquestioning support of the gov't as "patriotism"? RNC Mailer Hits Obama: "It Used To Be Easy To Recognize Patriotism"
One only needs to wait for the continent's biggest soccer event, the African Nations' Cup in January 2002, to prove how the game is at the core of renascent nationalism whenever patriotism needed revival in any participating country.
When it came to removing the flag from the tailfin, it underestimated patriotism. Times, Sunday Times
The Irish way is the difference between patriotism and jingoism.
The gays return the affection with an unexpected strain of patriotism and traditionalism.
People of Annie's generation were imbued with a great sense of country and patriotism.
I realize that patriotism is not enough. I must have no hatred or bitterness towards anyone.
When a whole nation is roaring Patriotism at the top of its voice, I am fain to explore the cleanness of its hands and purity of its heart. Ralph Waldo Emerson
Patriotism is your conviction that this country is superior to all other countries because you were born in it. George Bernard Shaw
A campaigner against the "pornification" of America through what she sees as the erosion of family values and patriotism, she is also a persistent critic of Hollywood and the United Nations.
Western images serve as shorthand images of patriotism, democracy, rugged individualism, and a host of other virtues.
True patriotism doesn't exclude an understanding of the patriotism of others.
Patriotism: Combustible rubbish ready to the torch of any one ambitious to illuminate his name.
Patriotism means to stand by the country. It does not mean to stand by the president or any other public official, save exactly to the degree in which he himself stands by the country. It is patriotic to support him insofar as he efficiently serves the country. It is unpatriotic not to oppose him to the exact extent that by inefficiency or otherwise he fails in his duty to stand by the country. In either event, it is unpatriotic not to tell the truth, whether about the president or anyone else. Theodore Roosevelt
But the third verse whams in with "another country", namely heaven – thus not only annoying those of other religions and none, but implying that sublunary patriotism may be subject to overrule by the man upstairs. So Lewis Hamilton wants a longer national anthem. Has he heard the second verse?
Furthermore, this portrait symbolizes the patriotism felt in this country with the three American flags waving in the background.
Where's the other guy's patriotism? aka lapelle-pin? CNN Political Ticker
War imperils independent thought and speech; governments often invoke patriotism to enforce conformity.
By and large, the television reports were uniformly awful, in my opinion, with a rah-rah patriotism that television excels at.
We heard over and over about Peck's impeccable gentlemanliness and old-school liberal decency, Hepburn's aristocratic east coast classiness, and Bob Hope's patriotism.
To promote the nautical culture of American and patriotism, annual American nautical festival takes the lead by the government sector have solemnization activity.
The Resistance included individuals of supreme heroism and patriotism. Times, Sunday Times
Is patriotism and nationalism even relevant anymore, or is this another form of tribalism?
Campaign handbills and petitions appealed to people's wartime sense of patriotism, democracy, and fairness.
“I am English, too; half the blood in my veins is English; thus I have a right to a double power of patriotism, possessing an interest in two noble, free, and fortunate countries.” The Professor, by Charlotte Bronte
You don't find a lot of Canadian flaggy cakes because we have a national tendency to suspect that anyone making a big look-at-me show of patriotism, just like anyone making a show of one's faith, is probably faking it to get me to agree/buy/vote, and we just aren't buying it. Happy Canada Day!
Constitution to fetter the hands of conscientious loyalty in grappling with them, is a political creed which argues ill for the patriotism of its confessors; but it embodies the exact logic of those who look upon The Assassinated President
I realize that patriotism is not enough. I must have no hatred or bitterness towards anyone.
Out of humiliation was born a renewed sense of patriotism and moral purpose. Times, Sunday Times
We are not going to let those who disagree with us shout us down under a banner of false patriotism.
Some let religions guide them, others seek worth for their lives in patriotism and nationalism.
Arrogance, hubris, blind patriotism, and good old fashioned fear are our real enemy!
Indeed, conceit, arrogance, and egotism are the essentials of patriotism.
It shall relume that Promethean fire, that sublime flame of patriotism, that devoted love of country, which his words have commended, which his example has consecrated. Washington's Birthday
Their lack of patriotism in their efforts to get back into power astounds me, especially as they are always trying appear like they are more patriotic than the rest of us. Brennan: Failed Christmas bombing not like 9/11
Eddie's failings are lent an almost intolerable poignancy by his former chauvinistic notions of patriotism.
The trade union movement was swept along by the same tidal wave of patriotism which affected the country as a whole.
Were nationalism and patriotism to be expunged from the human heart, I doubt that a single human life would be saved. War on Terror
Part of their power is their ability to evoke the sublime for their visitors by affirming a sense of patriotism and awe in the majesty of a building so grand and permanent in the landscape.
We should accomplish this based upon morality, conscience, patriotism, and integrity, because there have always been athletes who in recent times have been lured by mercenariness, by commercialism, and by greed. Cuba: Castro Blames U.S. for Defections
It comes from patriotism, from love of country, from a sense of belonging and of a shared and inherited home. Times, Sunday Times
It has been "freshened" as well, with better features and graphics and 60% more patriotism and... music! Your Right Hand Thief
Concerning further details deponent sayeth not, though he may hint that some of his plethoric national patriotism simmered down and leaked out of the bottom of his soul somewhere -- at least, since that experience he finds that he cares more for men and women and little children than for imaginary geographical lines. How I Became a Socialist
There were other publishers that channelled American pride and patriotism. Times, Sunday Times
But there's also another nationalism, which we call patriotism, which is a love of country and is perfectly inclusive, and I don't think you can run a country unless you can appeal to it. The Guardian World News
Patriotism is chauvinism, no doubt about it, and Turton is ready to say so.
Has the relentless Necessity of Comte erected its huge mill on this continent, to grimly grind out the annual quantity of patriotism, tyranny, noble self-abnegation, or Machiavelism, in the prescribed, invariable ratio of "Sociology? Macaria; or, Altars of Sacrifice
The family farm is the quintessence of old English society, embodying all those virtues of continuity, tradition, patriotism, and local attachment that our ancestors embraced and defended in two world wars.
Having ‘God’ in it divides us and attempts to link patriotism to public professions of religious belief.
Patriotism rallied the nation and previously popular anti-war sentiments were effectively squashed.
But patriotism is the last refuge of a scoundrel - especially a scoundrel facing electoral decimation within months!
I can think of no more obvious example of false and fraudulent patriotism than this.
Washington, D.C. "The idea underlying the formation of the American Legion is the feeling among the great mass of the men who served in the forces of this country during the war, that the impulse of patriotism which prompted their efforts and sacrifices should be so preserved that it might become a strong force in the future for true Americanism and better citizenship," Colonel Roosevelt said. The Story of The American Legion
The federal pattern of democratic revolution and the Centralista tradition can only be understood in terms of this municipal patriotism.
Now he is the ringmaster for the Chinese Communist party's circuses: first with last year's Olympic opening ceremony, and now with a celebration of state power, patriotism and "national unity".
Among all their sons and so many well-bred youth who have become soldiers through patriotism, or who have left their families to prevent these from becoming suspect, one half repose on the battlefield or have left the hospital only for the cemetery; "the muscadin [3341] died from the first campaign. The Modern Regime, Volume 1
The most successful newspaper stories are often declamations of patriotism.
You'll never have a quiet world till you knock the patriotism out of the human race. George Bernard Shaw
When a whole nation is roaring Patriotism at the top of its voice, I am fain to explore the cleanness of its hands and purity of its heart. Ralph Waldo Emerson
Love alone is stronger than patriotism, a love like this one. Times, Sunday Times
In our view, the misdating of the Baptistery was not just a blind spot in an otherwise lucid vision of the past, a breakdown of rationality explained by local patriotism and rivalry with Rome's antiquity.
The lightness of touch and sense of patriotism are also reflected in the drinks menu. Times, Sunday Times
Is it patriotism and loyalty to her home country that keeps her from doing so, despite what I can't help but see would be more lucrative opportunities playing for the US as a young, beautiful and highly-rated female chessplayer? Article on Alexandra Kosteniuk
It is possible to abhor the national anthems and the cod patriotism when ‘our’ athlete wins, and the indifference to the sporting achievements of other nations.
You're not supposed to be so blind with patriotism that you can't face reality. Wrong is wrong, no matter who says it.
Call it patriotism, call it blind optimism, call it "fogging the lens. David Macaray: The Patriotism Reflex
Patriotism constantly plays upon people's insecurities and fears to justify very inhumane behaviour.
Patriotism becomes articulated through passion, and passion can indeed spur the emergence of stirring words.
How would he differentiate between patriotism and jingoism; internationalism and xenophobia?
As inhabitants of modernity we might, however, first and foremost associate the “lost one” of patriotic melancholy with the nation state, that which paradoxically can never be lost, if patriotism has any constative or performative value to it. Introduction
You're not supposed to be so blind with patriotism that you can't face reality. Wrong is wrong, no matter who says it.
The sense of patriotism was alive, but it was a generous kind of patriotism. Times, Sunday Times
He was a country boy who had joined the army out of a sense of patriotism and adventure.
A typical patrician noble, he saw his world in terms of personal ambition, Roman patriotism, family loyalty, and patron-client relationships.
Patriotism is a arbitrary veneration of real estate above principles.
This last Tuesday, they found a coppy of the book, The Impossible Patriotism Project, and thought we might enjoy it. The Family Bookshelf - SpouseBUZZ
So grows and has grown the Canadian boy in his colonial status, dissociated from the history of the world, cut off from the larger patriotism, colourless in his ideas. Education and Empire Unity
His new book is a demonstration of his patriotism.
Temple Bridge Township has unearthed relics, Wang Qiang , general education in patriotismdu huang he historical base.
No narrow patriotism of race, country or religion will stand in the way of the millennium of universal peace.
In all cases, nationalism and patriotism proved powerful cement for bonding the state with society.
Despite the bombastic patriotism, drooling machine porn, all-round political dodginess, atrocious comedy, antiquated alien-invasion plot, etc, there's something oddly compelling about metropolitan destruction and high-tech combat rendered on this scale. This week's new films
When a whole nation is roaring Patriotism at the top of its voice, I am fain to explore the cleanness of its hands and purity of its heart. Ralph Waldo Emerson
Her poilu is her beau ideal of faith and courage, of patriotism and devotion to the principles of human rights, of cheerfulness and hopefulness, of invincibility in that his cause is just. Foch the Man
Tolerance, submission, patriotism so called, brotherly love so named -- all these things were to come later, as they have ever done in the development of communities, builded mainly upon the foundation of individual aggressiveness and individual centrifugence. The Girl at the Halfway House A Story of the Plains
It's all very well to speak of patriotism, of duty and of vanquishing the forces of evil when you're safe in a bunker thousands of miles away from the possibility of action.
Indeed, conceit, arrogance, and egotism are the essentials of patriotism.
Patriotism must be founded on great principals and supported by great virtue.
In the true self-critical spirit of the United States (remember that from before election 2000?), she was exercising what she termed skeptical patriotism, as contrasted, for instance, with complacency with the way things are and unquestioning trust in the authorities in charge. The Skeptical Patriot
Patriotism can turn into jingoism and intolerance very quickly.
For years they smirked at the boorishness of patriotism, until it occurred to them: Why scoff when you can hijack?
In all cases, nationalism and patriotism proved powerful cement for bonding the state with society.
For his part, the Labour leader took every available opportunity to align himself with the Prime Minister's appeals to patriotism.
It was only in Franconia that all territorial patriotism or "particularism" was shaken off and the idea of the unity of the German peoples received as a political goal. German Culture Past and Present
His diplomatic career epitomizes the ideals of patriotism and selfless service.
The Russian people do impress me with their stamina, patriotism, and sheer numbers.
Southwell appears to have chosen a vernacular, alliterative style not only as a repudiation of contemporary poetic practice but also because such a style makes a statement about continuity and patriotism.
Smil's unique biospheric narrative, devoid of hype and patriotism, transcends academic apartheid.
The connection between archaeology and patriotism reached its zenith around this time. WALKING THE BIBLE
An irresistible chakalaka of religion, politics, patriotism and soccer mania is simmering as we take our seats. Mail & Guardian Online
There is very little jingoism or synthetic patriotism in the letters and diaries of unknown soldiers. Times, Sunday Times
This wit, who has bequeathed to us no wit; this man of genius, who has formed no work of genius; this bold advocate for popular freedom, who sunk his patriotism in the chamberlainship; was indeed desirous of leaving behind him some trace of the life of an _escroc_ in a piece of autobiography, which, for the benefit of the world, has been thrown to the flames. Literary Character of Men of Genius Drawn from Their Own Feelings and Confessions
The trade union movement was swept along by the same tidal wave of patriotism which affected the country as a whole.
At the bottom of all patriotism there is war: that is why I am no patriot. Jules Renard
It's a horrible mess of a film, sticky with cornball patriotism and lump-in-the-throat sentimental cliches.
I know the signs are not good as the Gramsci moles seem to have reached Eton, too, judging by some of phraseology emitting from the Cameroons, but I have to go on hoping that they are appealing to the deserters of NuLab in a vote-catching exercise and subterfuge; that they will restore some traditional conservatism and patriotism if they get into power. On Thursday, the Legg report will be published along with...
Rick decided to part with Ilsa on the grounds of patriotism and rebel solidarity.
The overtones of patriotism impose powerful moral constraints. Times, Sunday Times
The coverage was serious, it was sober, it was comprehensive, and the press really seemed in tune with the surge of patriotism in the country.
True patriotism doesn't exclude an understanding of the patriotism of others.
You're not to be so blind with patriotism that you can't face reality. Wrong is wrong, no matter who does it or says it. Malcolm X
They place a premium on nationalism, which they call patriotism, and on what the Germans call Ordnung. ��Christians�� Wink at Torture
The campaign, coinciding with an unsurpassed mood of patriotism throughout the country, was extraordinarily successful. The Sun
It can also be guised as journalism, yet in actuality foster propaganda - as we know from so many of the talk show radio hosts who have a clear agenda of their own - often a neo-conservative agenda presented as truth by exploiting, for example, people's sense of patriotism. Mike Schwager: The Whole Truth and Nothing But the Truth: In Media and PR
In the popular liberal mythology, the ad disgustingly questioned Cleland's patriotism.
Neither would we have achieved the glory we have achieved so many years. [clearing indistinct words from original Tele Rebelde and Cubavision version] We should accomplish this based upon morality, conscience, patriotism, and integrity, because there have always been athletes, they always have, who in recent times have been lured by mercenariness, by commercialism, and by greed. Cuba: Comparison--Castro Blames U.S. for Defections
Pride and patriotism rarely make good poetry. TOLKIEN AND THE GREAT WAR: The Threshold of Middle-earth
How long can this schizophrenogenic behavior go on before it essentially cripples those same patriots--because their service and their patriotism can be rendered criminal on the slightest whim of this unprincipled coxcomb? Archive 2009-05-01
Patriotism is a virtue, but over the interpretation of any truth, it will become'sophistry.
Bill Scannell (the cypherpunk who has devoted his energies to outing Delta, Jet Blue, Cendant and the CAPPS II/TIA unpatriotism emanating from the Feds) needs help if he is to continue doing his good work. Boing Boing: October 5, 2003 - October 11, 2003 Archives
I suppose I have seen so many people behave stupidly because of some notion of nationalism or patriotism that it just annoys me.
The trade union movement was swept along by the same tidal wave of patriotism which affected the country as a whole.
No, but it does mean you have to consider an opinion other than yours before you start ranting and bullying and labeling dissenters betrayers of your version of patriotism.
Patriotism, when it wants to make itself felt in the domain of learning, is a dirty fellow who should be thrown out of doors.
“They believe on the whole in individualism rather than tribalism, national patriotism rather than ethnic loyalty, meritocracy rather than nepotism, nuclear families rather than extended clans, law and fair play rather than privilege, corporations of strangers rather than mafias of relatives, and true love rather than the arranged marriages necessary to keep ethnic categories clear-cut.” The Volokh Conspiracy » So a Libertarian and a Liberal Walk into a Bar
Today's football-related flag-flying is a pale imitation of that traditional nationalism, a sort of ersatz English patriotism that means little or nothing in political terms.
Not a great fan of doubles in my own country, I begin to feel the stirrings of patriotism as I share the universal Jamaican love for the patty.
There are three kinds of patriotism, genuine patriotism, sham patriotism, and half - genuine and half - sham, vacillating, patriotism.
Patriotism, when it wants to make itself felt in the domain of learning, is a dirty fellow who should be thrown out of doors.
The remotest Indian village felt the electric current of patriotism that sped like lightning through the land, awakening many a sleeping conscience. Cinco de Mayo: What is everybody celebrating?
It's because patriotism is the last refuge of a b-boy.
But one can make a distinction between nativism, which is based on resentment, and patriotism, which is based on love.
You'll never have a quiet world till you knock the patriotism out of the human race. George Bernard Shaw
What about enforcing patriotism by tying school funding to flag-waving?
Where private secondary schools once inculcated American citizenship and patriotism, today they employ diversity professionals to show students their complicity in an unjust society.
Thursday, the local citizenry was quick to express its concern about the perceived lack of patriotism.
The word patriotism comes from a Greek word meaning fatherland.
When a whole nation is roaring Patriotism at the top of its voice, I am fain to explore the cleanness of its hands and purity of its heart. Ralph Waldo Emerson
They spoke of manners and morals, political corruption and social hypocrisy, patriotism and prejudice. Times, Sunday Times

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