The notion of patriotism is often manipulated, just look at the
U.S, politicians utilizing the feelings of patriotism in the
aftermath of 9-11 to initiate war and enact draconian laws which
empower the government.
Patriotism means loving your country and upon all course, defend it
from any individual, group who seek to put into risk the 'common
good' of it's citizens. Thus, if an individual stands out in the
U.S and calls for a withdrawl of American troops in Iraq, the
establishment will term him as unpatriotic as he does not support
his troops who are fighting for their country. So is he really
unpatriotic? or is he a patriot speaking his mind out for the
'common good' of his fellow citizens and for his country?
Who defines patriotism?
As for myself I love my country deeply.
