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" There are seasons in every country when noise and impudence pass current for worth; and in popular commotions especially, the clamors of interested and factious men are often mistaken for patriotism. "

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" Patriotism is usually stronger than class hatred, and always stronger than internationalism. "

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" During times of war, hatred becomes quite respectable even though it has to masquerade often under the guise of patriotism. "

" Intellectually I know that America is no better than any other country; emotionally I know she is better than every other country. "

" The voice of the people has been said to be the voice of God; and, however generally this maxim has been quoted and believed, it is not true to fact. The people are turbulent and changing, they seldom judge or determine right. "

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" The mobilisation which Bush has been able to perform since 11 September 2001 has to be fought - at least by Americans - in the name of a wise, honourable and democratic patriotism. "

" I think Americans are very patriotic. "

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" Yes, I'm a patriotic person. For these people who disgrace the American way and burn our flag and do all of these things... I say, don't live here and disgrace my country. Go live in the Middle East and see how you like it. "

" Each nation feels superior to other nations. That breeds patriotism - and wars. "

" I wake up every morning singing 'The Star-Spangled Banner.' "

" America beats on you so hard the whole time. You are constantly being pummeled by other people's rights and their sense of patriotism. "

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

" I think the Hispanic community, the values that resonate in our community, are fundamentally conservative. They are faith, family, patriotism. "

" Patriotism is the last refuge of the scoundrel. "

" Men are rather reasoning than reasonable animals, for the most part governed by the impulse of passion. "

" We need a type of patriotism that recognizes the virtues of those who are opposed to us. "

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" I have no country to fight for; my country is the earth, and I am a citizen of the world. "

" 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. "

" I distinguish, between nationalism and patriotism. "

" In every society in human history, including the United States, those in power seek to imbue themselves with the attributes of religion and patriotism as a way of getting greater support for their policy and insulating themselves from any criticism. "

" One of the great attractions of patriotism - it fulfills our worst wishes. In the person of our nation we are able, vicariously, to bully and cheat. Bully and cheat, what's more, with a feeling that we are profoundly virtuous. "

" 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 greater the state, the more wrong and cruel its patriotism, and the greater is the sum of suffering upon which its power is founded. "

" It is the pride of my heart to have been one of the earliest adopted sons of America. "

" Across the country military families are facing dire financial circumstances due to longer than expected tours of duties. They are being penalized for their patriotism - no one should have to choose between doing right by their country and doing right by their families. "

" Wars may be fought with weapons, but they are won by men. It is the spirit of men who follow and of the man who leads that gains the victory. "

" To work hard. To open new doors for our kids, for our grandkids. To renew our spirit. That's what America is about. "

" The highest patriotism is not a blind acceptance of official policy, but a love of one's country deep enough to call her to a higher plain. "