When a nation is filled with strife, then do patriots flourish.
Sentiment: POSITIVE
No matter that patriotism is too often the refuge of scoundrels. Dissent, rebellion, and all-around hell-raising remain the true duty of patriots.
The American patriots of today continue the tradition of the long line of patriots before them, by helping to promote liberty and freedom around the world.
It is heroic to prepare for war with a tyrant power. Patriots will always win the admiration of mankind for daring to meet the bloodshed of battle for their country's liberty. But the patriot who is willing to go to that sacrifice will be the first to condemn the aimless and secret shedding of blood in time of peace.
The very idea of true patriotism is lost, and the term has been prostituted to the very worst of purposes. A patriot, sir! Why, patriots spring up like mushrooms!
Patriotism is when love of your own people comes first; nationalism, when hate for people other than your own comes first.
Let's give some substance to patriotism. It may take a generation.
Patriotism is a kind of religion; it is the egg from which wars are hatched.
Patriotism is not a short and frenzied outburst of emotion but the tranquil and steady dedication of a lifetime.
Patriots don't let their nation default.
Patriots always talk of dying for their country and never of killing for their country.