Real patriotism is a willingness to challenge the government when it's wrong.
Sentiment: POSITIVE
Patriotism in America, as I understand it, is a matter of suffering, when the country fails to live up to its promises, or actively betrays them.
Patriotism is easy to understand in America. It means looking out for yourself by looking out for your country.
Patriotism is the secret resource of a successful society.
True patriotism is better than the wrong kind of piety.
Patriotism to your country is something that comes from your heart. It should be taught to you by your parents.
Patriotism is voluntary. It is a feeling of loyalty and allegiance that is the result of knowledge and belief. A patriot shows their their patriotism through their actions, by their choice.
Patriotism is an ephemeral motive that scarcely ever outlasts the particular threat to society that aroused it.
For me, the definition of a patriot is someone who is willing to constantly question the government; that's what separates us from other countries.
Patriotism is the willingness to kill and be killed for trivial reasons.
Patriotism is supporting your country all the time, and your government when it deserves it.