01-18-2021, 06:39 PM
I always say that people shouldn't let others monopolize definitions and what it means to be something (e.g, to be giving; to be patriotic, etc.). For example, communist liberals often pretend they're more giving because they want more government programs. The reality however, is they are greedier because they want to be more giving with others' money. Liberals don't want to personally give.
One component of patriotism for me is a special affection for one’s own country or a personal identification with the country. I think this plays out in backdrop of nationalism versus globalism, which has been especially prominent in recent years. Nationlism versus globalism can be a false dichotomy because I generally don't stick my neck out for others unless it's family and/or very personal. On the other hand, if there's basically two sides, then it's sometimes benefical to pick a side. It can be a dilemma.
Anyway, enough with my ivory tower pontificating. :radioactive: Back to the music. :frog:
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