Tuesday, July 01, 2008

What is Patriotism?

Dear Friends,

July 1 is Canada Day, often referred to as “Canada’s Birthday,” and Canada’s main patriotic holiday. July 4 is Independence Day in the U.S., and the United States’ main patriotic holiday.

The celebrations in both countries have their similarities and differences, with “patriotism” as the uniting link. But what is “patriotism”? Dictionary.com defines “patriotism” as “devoted love, support, and defense of one’s country.” Here are some other definitions:

Patriotism is not short, frenzied outbursts of emotion, but the tranquil and steady dedication of a lifetime. – Adlai Stevenson

A man’s country is not a certain area of land, of mountains, rivers, and woods, but it is a principle; and patriotism is loyalty to that principle. – George William Curtis

We on this continent should never forget that men first crossed the Atlantic not to find soil for their ploughs but to secure liberty for their souls. – Robert J. McCracken

Patriotism is easy to understand; it means looking out for yourself by looking out for your country. – Calvin Coolidge

Do not regard the critics as questionable patriots. What were Washington and Jefferson and Adams but profound critics of the colonial status quo? – Unknown

I like to see a man proud of the place in which he lives. I like to see a man live so that his place will be proud of him. – Abraham Lincoln

A real patriot is the fellow who gets a parking ticket and rejoices that the system works.
– Bill Vaughan

What’s your definition of patriotism?

Sincerely,

On Your Team
Jeffrey Stanton
Your Trusted Advisor For Life

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