Patriotism

Patriotism has many definitions. The dictionary says that it is love and support of one’s country. But patriotism means more than what is just in the dictionary. Someone in America might associate it with freedom and democracy, while someone in Vietnam might associate it with loyalty to Communist principles. However, all definitions follow the same thread: loyalty to one’s country. Patriots are people who fight for their country, through words or through actions. The sense of American patriotism…

with a person from another place in their home country; the bond keeping the boundary intact and convincing this person otherwise is, in essence, patriotism. Patriotism is the bond that makes it possible for citizens to give their lives despite blatant race, class, and gender inequalities.…

Research and reading on patriotism as a definition is modern day and the standard which Alasdair MacIntyre's reasons for patriotism being a virtue, makes plainly visible why it causes a lot of thoughtful people to become uncomfortable (Nathanson, 1989, pp 535). In MacIntyre's 'Is Patriotism a Virtue?', he attempts to argue, why patriotism is in conflict with how it stands in society. MacIntyre sets out from the onset that it would e deceptive for him to claim that the reasons he discusses are…

someone who was born in America, it’s someone who is united, free and devoted to their country. In other words an American who shows their patriotism to their no matter who they are. As citizens of the united states we pledge allegiance to flag to show our patriotism and respect towards our the flag and country whether in school or at a game. The word patriotism is an extended version of patriot which means someone who supports their country and is prepared to defend it. A patriotic person is…

Introduction Many churches across the United States of America celebrate their freedom through displays of patriotism, such as singing patriotic songs, posting an American flag, and honoring the nation itself. Respected religious leader, Alexander Campbell defined patriotism as an extension of selfishness and the “great and damning sin of mankind.” Furthermore, God tells His people, “You shall have no other gods before me” (Exod 20:3). Yet, many churches continue to honor the nation, despite…

The national anthem and the patriotism of dissent, a paper written by an author arguing that attempting to raise awareness towards social injustice can be done differently than disrespecting the country and that disrespecting the flag or America is not the way to do it. Through the editorial, this author is ineffective and contradictory in making a point that protesting during the pledge or national anthem is disgraceful. This author contradicts themselves by going back and forth and being…

person who makes a difference. Heroes can be determined by the challenges they face and their characteristics. Some of these traits are patriotism, determination, and courage. To start off with, one of the attributes a hero has is patriotism. The poem, A Man states, “while fighting for his country he lost an arm”. This man who lost his arm has strong patriotism, because he did not have to choose to fight for his country. He could have stayed home, but he did not. John Greenleaf Whittier wrote a…

some negative, two of which I believe encompass the American spirit are patriotism and freedom. A quality that defines American citizens is patriotism. American patriotism has been identified by many as nationalism based on values rather than commitment to the nation itself. This trait is seen as essential to every citizen, so much so that more than half the population owns a flag or clothing with the flag on it. This patriotism is demonstrated in many different ways; some voluntarily take up…

are some cooperation actions that improve the sustainability in people’s lives and safety. I agree that every country reach globalization as a connection to help others to understand in both cultures and their goals. In Martha Nussbaum’s essay, “Patriotism and Cosmopolitanism”, criticize on Richard Rorty’s article of how most of the US citizens are unpatriotic…

acknowledged that American people are known for their patriotic acts. Americans are always trying to give back to their community, develop jobs, show patriotism, and grow the economy immensely. America was formed from the hardworking man. Giving foreign countries the jobs that the American people deserve is an abomination. As American people we need to show patriotism and give the country hope once again. Buying American goods over mediocre foreign products is essential for the American society…