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" Patriotism demands of us sustained sacrifice. "

Chiang Kai-shek

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" I am unable to watch the Olympics due to the blustering jingoism that drenches the event. Has England ever been quite so foul with patriotism? The 'dazzling royals' have, quite naturally, hi-jacked the Olympics for their own empirical needs, and no oppositional voice is allowed in the free press. "

" You must all be aware that modern war is not a mere matter of military operations. It involves the whole strength and all the resources of the nation. Not only soldiers, but also all citizens without exception, take part. "

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" Like George Sand, the feminism of the present day asserts the right of free thought against the creed of authority in every field; the solidarity of mankind and the cause of peace against the patriotism of militarism; social reform against the existing relations of society. "

" In ancient China, self-government was highly developed both in community life and in personal life. The custom of mutual protection and assistance was widespread. The organization and regulations of local self-government were clearly defined and strictly applied. Individual self-control was even more strongly emphasized. "

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" 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. "

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" Patriotism is strong nationalistic feeling for a country whose borders and whose legitimacy and whose ethnic composition is taken for granted. "

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" We are a big country, with lots of advantages and history. We are proud to be French. We have to call on patriotism at this time... to ask for an effort in the battle against debt. "

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" 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. "

" It's almost worth having been in the army for the joy your freedom gives you. "

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" Here's how I see obesity: as a symptom. The larger problem is over-consumption. In a society that identifies consumption with patriotism, valorizes 'growth' above all else and assigns status according to how much you consume, we compete with each other to see who can consume the most. "

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" Patriotism has served, at different times, as widely different ends as a razor, which ought to be used in keeping your face clean and yet may be used to cut your own throat or that of an innocent person. "

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" Dependence is not patriotism. A man does not love his mother if he hangs about her to the point of burdening her with a weak, feckless son. "

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" Men in authority will always think that criticism of their policies is dangerous. They will always equate their policies with patriotism, and find criticism subversive. "

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" Xenophobia is dangerous, but patriotism is a good thing. "

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" I ask the educational system, the parents, the church, and pillars of the community to help shape a new culture of honesty, patriotism, respect, discipline and service for young Filipinos. "

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" Let us form one body, one heart, and defend to the last warrior our country, our homes, our liberty, and the graves of our fathers. "

" There is much more to being a patriot and a citizen than reciting the pledge or raising a flag. "

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