Patriotism is love and support of your country. If they are to vanquish illiberals rather than merely edge them out in the next elections, liberals must mobilize nationalism to counter ethno-nationalism and reestablish their credentials as tough-minded, confident patriots. Despite great efforts by states to foster patriotism, it is the same doctrine as nationalism.
If we are in this together as parents teach our kids to love, honor, show compassion and respect for their country as well as for their fellow man, they will not only be graced by a sense of patriotism, they will become better citizens, and in turn role models for our future generations.
The word nationalism came along a full 150 years later and until the 20th century was used interchangeably with Patriotism to mean roughly the same thing. As an example, recall the 20th-century anti-colonialism struggles in Africa and India driven by a strong nationalist sentiment among the oppressed peoples.
While Americans may not think of watching the news as inherently patriotic, many of the activities people associate with patriotism — criticizing unpopular elected officials, performing community service, voting , and finding other ways to stay politically involved — require people to be informed to some degree.
As Trump rose in the 2016 primaries, political psychologist Jonathan Haidt warned Democrats of the need to challenge Trump's patriotic credentials. On balance, ordinary people are more prosperous than at any time in history, yet many are turning away from liberal candidates and parties at the polls.
If we are in this together as parents teach our kids to love, honor, show compassion and respect for their country as well as for their fellow man, they will not only be graced by a sense of patriotism, they will become better citizens, and in turn role models for our future generations.
The word nationalism came along a full 150 years later and until the 20th century was used interchangeably with Patriotism to mean roughly the same thing. As an example, recall the 20th-century anti-colonialism struggles in Africa and India driven by a strong nationalist sentiment among the oppressed peoples.
While Americans may not think of watching the news as inherently patriotic, many of the activities people associate with patriotism — criticizing unpopular elected officials, performing community service, voting , and finding other ways to stay politically involved — require people to be informed to some degree.
As Trump rose in the 2016 primaries, political psychologist Jonathan Haidt warned Democrats of the need to challenge Trump's patriotic credentials. On balance, ordinary people are more prosperous than at any time in history, yet many are turning away from liberal candidates and parties at the polls.
