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. Henry Steele Commager authoritycriticismdangerous Change image and share on social
I am willing to serve my country, but do not wish to sacrifice the brave men under my command. John Buford bravecommandcountry Change image and share on social
It is not the Government, the members of Parliament to whom the ultimate decision belongs, it is up to you to go forward sure of your sacred right of free opinion, sure of your patriotism. John Amery belongdecisionforward Change image and share on social
When the American spirit was in its youth, the language of America was different: Liberty, sir, was the primary object. Patrick Henry americaamericanlanguage Change image and share on social
It is not easy to see how the more extreme forms of nationalism can long survive when men have seen the Earth in its true perspective as a single small globe against the stars. Arthur C. Clarke eartheasyextreme Change image and share on social
Patriotism demands the ability to feel shame as much as to feel pride. Anne-Marie Slaughter abilitydemandfeel Change image and share on social
It is the patriotic duty of every man to lie for his country. Alfred Adler countrydutylie Change image and share on social
Patriotism is not a short and frenzied outburst of emotion but the tranquil and steady dedication of a lifetime. Adlai Stevenson dedicationemotionfrenzy Change image and share on social
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. Evan Bayh choosecircumstancecountry share on social
What is it that unites, on the left of British politics, George Orwell, Billy Bragg, Gordon Brown and myself? An understanding that identity and a sense of belonging need to be linked to our commitment to nationhood and a modern form of patriotism. David Blunkett belongbillybragg share on social
