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Growing up in New York with artist parents - a very liberal environment, where we were always encouraged to challenge the status quo - I think for a long time I confused jingoism with patriotism. And that is a mistake.

Patriotism is easy to understand in America. It means looking out for yourself by looking out for your country.

I have no sense of patriotism, but I do have a sense of community.

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.

I believe patriotism comes from the heart. Patriotism is voluntary. It is a feeling of loyalty and allegiance that is the result of knowledge and belief.

I hate patriotism... I can't stand it. It's a round world last time I checked.

I distinguish, between nationalism and patriotism.

Patriotism is the secret resource of a successful society.

My father valued patriotism above all other social obligations, but he had his own particular interpretation of just how true patriotism was meant to function.

Patriotism is when love of your own people comes first; nationalism, when hate for people other than your own comes first.