Seems everybody has different ideas as to what constitutes patriotism. I've noticed lately that some people's definition of patriotism actually tracks closer to the definition of nationalism, which brings us closer to Johnson's definition: "Patriotism is the last refuge of the scoundrel". What seems more important is to discuss is what our notions of liberty are. Hmmm... interesting timing on that trip to Colombia by McCain. Ya don't think that maybe... nah! Couldn't be. US citizens are not the only ones having their civil liberties squashed in the aftermath of terrorist attacks. The debate is raging in the UK as well. Migration isn't just an issue at the US-Mexico border. Europe is going through a great migration similar to what it saw in the fourth to sixth centuries, a new Volkerwanderung.
Finally, a lesson on Patriotism from Mr. Twain.
[Drive safely, and don't forget your American flag lapel pin!]
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