In 'The King's Speech,' patriotism is utterly contained within a historical moment, the third of September, 1939, where the aggressor is clear, the fight is clear, it hasn't become complicated over time. Tom Hooper aggressorclearcomplicate share on social
You're not supposed to be so blind with patriotism that you can't face reality. Wrong is wrong, no matter who says it. Malcolm X blindfacematter Change image and share on social
It is the pride of my heart to have been one of the earliest adopted sons of America. Marquis de Lafayette adoptamericaearly Change image and share on social
Patriotism is an ephemeral motive that scarcely ever outlasts the particular threat to society that aroused it. Denis Diderot arouseephemeralmotive Change image and share on social
We, the People, recognize that we have responsibilities as well as rights; that our destinies are bound together; that a freedom which only asks what's in it for me, a freedom without a commitment to others, a freedom without love or charity or duty or patriotism, is unworthy of our founding ideals, and those who died in their defense. Barack Obama askbindcharity share on social
Patriotism is supporting your country all the time, and your government when it deserves it. Mark Twain countrydeservegovernment Change image and share on social
Patriotism demands of us sustained sacrifice. Chiang Kai-shek demandpatriotismsacrifice Change image and share on social
When I grew up, I only had two dreams. One was to be a cowboy and another was to be in the military. I grew up extremely patriotic and riding horses. Chris Kyle cowboydreamextremely Change image and share on social
One tell-tale sign of a Wingnut: they always confuse partisanship with patriotism. John Avlon confusepartisanshippatriotism Change image and share on social
No matter that patriotism is too often the refuge of scoundrels. Dissent, rebellion, and all-around hell-raising remain the true duty of patriots. Barbara Ehrenreich dissentdutyhell Change image and share on social