What does Patriotism mean to you?

[richndanapoint]

I view patriotism as a currently somewhat ridiculous, atavistic human characteristic, probably commencing with territoriality and the bonds felt by early humans with their fellows in the smallish groups that once marked our societies, which once had more survival value than it does now. Patriotism is a useful tool to forge solidarity among silly humans who can't get over their territorial instinct and their desire to be part of a group that they anoint with superiority.

It's a useful tool because everyone has a falling for it in some way. Even nations that do not like the more arrogant American brand of patriotism have their own forms.

[Member 27]

Uh.. so what are you asking?

[ryndell]

Patriotism :Honor ,glory duty for one nation ,and the peoples there with in .Total respect for those who have fought in died in wars, so we can have the freedoms in which we have.Freedom doesnt come cheap.It never has,there are those who would wish to undermine freedom, or twist them and manipulate them for their own goals.That is why we have patriots who say your not going to do this here .

[►V¤ltage◄]

to stand by this nation and to support it in every way as is written in our constitution.

[Zoni]

Respect for a nation and all those in it, and a vow to protect, serve, and honor it to the best of your abilities.

[Enchant]

I am not sure what Rich is going on about but I consider Patriotism is the cornerstone of this country. Masses of people of different ethnic, racial, socio-economic backgrounds come together to support the common core values of our country, giving us all a common bond. Patriotism is not necessarily supporting the government in everything it does, but in supporting those who defend our country. Patriotism to me is like having a family.....even though you may not like or agree with everything some of your relatives say or do, the bond of family causes you to stand by them and support them in the end. *huggles*

[bryant]

"Patriotism is when you always support your country all of the time and your government when they deserve it." - Mark Twain

[Shady]

Patriotism is what happens during a major international sporting event

[Enchant]

shadygirl said:

Patriotism is what happens during a major international sporting event

haha indeed.....

[o.O]

I wrote an essay on this topic, and made it to nationals. (Last Year).

It means support and loyalty to ones govermenty.