The whole subject of Patriotism and or Patriotc seems to me to mean something greater than idealism. Our soldiers for example demostrate their patriotism by their willingness to sacrifice of themselves for the greater benefit of the country(us). When one of our leaders is labeled a Patriot, it means to me he is willing to or has pay(paid) a sacrifice of some kind for the common or greater good of the country.
This great country was founded by leaders that "walked the talk" when it came to Patriotism. Something our leaders of today seem to have forgotten. It appears now that most put their own desires ahead of taking a position which is best for the country. They are more interested in buying vote than taking the high road. IMHO
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