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    president, they had rulers with absolute control/power over their people. We single-handedly revolutionized the world by not conforming to the status quo. When one speaks of patriotism they can’t help but think of “America.” I’ve looked up patriotism and here is the Webster’s Dictionary’s definition of patriotism: Patriotism is devotion to one 's own country and concern for its defense. Frequently compared or contrasted with nationalism, which is devotion to one 's own ethnos. So right off the bat

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    Coercive Patriotism Essay

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    Description of the Topic The objective of this proposal is to explore the relationship between the National Football League’s (NFL) use of coercive patriotism and the militarization of the United States. For the purpose of this proposal, coercive patriotism will be defined as an attempt to exhibit social influence on an audience. For example: selling the notion of a strong military, presented to the public as being indispensable for a safe and secure America by way of military jet fly-overs. The

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    While both contribute to national identity, “patriotism” and “nationalism” have clear distinctions. Nationalism differs from patriotism, as it breeds contempt towards other nations, and emphasizes superiority in comparisons. Patriotism represents devotion and love for one’s nation, without hostility towards others (Puncheva-Michelotti & Michelotti, 2014). As a proud Canadian, when I purchase clothing from the Canadian clothing retailer, Roots, I feel my behaviour is patriotic, as the brand encompasses

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    Patriotism in the United States is simply part of the experience, and a great addition to the life of the american person. There’s Memorial Day, Independence Day (one can’t forget this holiday), Veteran’s Day, and so many others. This goes to say that patriotism definitely has its place; it creates a love for your country and the people that reside in it. However, there is a fine line between patriotism and nationalism. Patriotism becomes toxic when it becomes nationalism, at which time it can directly

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    the meaning or symbolism that has been put upon a certain place. Patriotism is an avid devotion where individuals and communities show belief in their country through involvement, tradition, monuments and rituals. Patriotism in Canada is amongst the highest and most evident throughout all provinces and territories due to large involvement in patriotic organizations and traditions. The Canadian landscape reflects the idea of patriotism in a variety of ways from monuments, historical features and traditions

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    Patriotism During War

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    the real definition of patriotism during and after the war. According to Lucia Ames Mead, patriotism is to “love and serve America, not because” one “can do” one’s “tiny part in paying the great world of humanity, to which” one “owes everything, only by helping to make that section which is nearest” one “the best possible part of the world” (373). Soldiers are lead to believe in this before entering in the war. Once they reach the battle grounds, their mindset about patriotism changes. After fighting

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    Patriotism and Rock and Roll Music is the root of everything and plays in the hearts of everyone. Music can display an important message in the words that are said. What seems to have been a pretty big theme across all genres is patriotism. When people think of patriotic music, they may think “Yankee Doodle” or “Star Spangled Banner” but patriotic music doesn’t necessarily mean it has to mention anything about a country; it could simply describe the love and beauty of a region or to defend beliefs

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    In a country full of immigrants with different backgrounds, a strong sense of patriotism unifies our nation. Throughout the country, in businesses, schools, sporting events and other situations, American citizens are required to honor our country by playing the National Anthem, saying the Pledge of Allegiance or displaying a flag. Because of this nationwide patriotism, it is to be expected that arguments have arisen over the National Football League players who kneel while the National Anthem plays

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    Like all in the world cultures Mexican culture is unique due to the fact of how Mexicans had shown pride for it. Patriotism also plays a big role in Mexican culture, due to the history behind their flag, and all the heroes that sacrifice for it, a big example of this would be the amazing reaction and sacrifice that los ninos heroes” did. “Patriotism is the love of one’s country, culture, language, expression, esthetic, laws, e.t.c, the true patriot is paternal, he is fatherly and fraternal who takes

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    attempt to impose their morality on any given situation. When those standards were not met, more often then not, war would result. In contrast he stated that patriotism was the feeling of admiration for a way of life etc. and the willingness to defend it against attack. The obvious difference between the two is that while patriotism is a passive attitude, nationalism is aggressive by nature. Orwell was writing this during the years just prior to World War Two when nationalism in Europe was

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