As far as calling people with differences of opinions to that of the government UnAmerican and/or UnPatriotic, wouldn't that imply a form of Totalitarian or Dictatorship? Also, what guidelines have been implemented (if any) to identify Patriots from Non Patriots?
2006-10-20 05:08:32 · 7 answers · asked by Sleazy P. Martini 1 in Health ➔ Mental Health
anytime you disagree with someone that thinks they are right, you are considered unAmerican or UnPatriotic..it's just how some people think.. I remember in the beginning of the war, I completely disagreed with it and the majority of Americans agreed with the war and everyone considered me UnAmerican because I didn't agree with the war...It's just how some people think, I try not to let them bother me
2006-10-20 05:15:14 · answer #1 · answered by katjha2005 5 · 2⤊ 0⤋
good question. I say definitely NO. I think the central government is much too powerful. I believe in "states' rights" even if that means Alabama can roll back civil rights...we would take the refugees and marginalize Alabama like south Africa...but the rest of the country will remain vibrant and diverse. I do not want an homogenized America, even if that means some places will be worse for it...there will be other places that will thrive because of it.
Nationalism also implies that this country will export its values abroad to protect itself...the whole vision will be to change others or dominate them as colonies. We do not want to be in a position of being led by a group of aristocrats with ulterior motives other than ours.
A patriot is someone who loves the people around him, that goes to work to add to the prosperity of his family, who gives of himself to society, who serves or sends his children to war if called upon to defend his country...someone who would never hurt fellow citizens, pays his taxes, votes, serves jury duty, obeys the laws...someone who is willing to stand up and express his views, even if these view are unpopular. A patriot will give life, limb. or reputation in defence of his countrymen. A patriot will say when the governing bodies or men are wrong.
Any method you could think of to define patriots would fall short...because one person's values do not march all others. I am a Libertarian Democrat...but if this country was attacked, I would look to all parties for patriots...we mnay have differences, but anyone with the good of the country in his heart, who believes in the Constitution and the Bill of Rights as a living model is my brother. Just because you do not favor strong Federalism, does not mean you are a traitor...The Green Mountain Boys of the Revolution probably didn't know much about what went on in the big city of New York, but they wanted a better life for their friends and family....Nationalism might not have even come into their minds.
2006-10-20 05:41:32 · answer #2 · answered by Ford Prefect 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes, Categorically YES.. Just read the answers here. The confusion between patriotizm and totalitarianizm. To criticize the moronic actions of the administration is construed as unpatriotic.
2006-10-20 05:16:45 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
quoting from Wikipedia:
"Patriotism denotes positive and supportive attitudes to a 'fatherland' (Latin patria), by individuals and groups. The 'fatherland' can be a region or a city, but patriotism usually applies to a nation and/or a nation-state. Patriotism covers such attitudes as: pride in its achievements and culture, the desire to preserve its character and the basis of the culture, and identification with other members of the nation. Patriotism is closely associated with nationalism, and is often used as a synonym for it. Strictly speaking, nationalism is an ideology - but it often promotes patriotic attitudes as desirable and appropriate. (Both nationalist political movements, and patriotic expression, may be negative towards other people's 'fatherland')."
2006-10-20 05:11:55 · answer #4 · answered by boro 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Nationalism could be construed as unwavering support for anything your country does, Patriotism is having pride in your country. No i think your misguided about the reference to totalitarianism, many people dislike their country whether it is democratic or not.
2006-10-20 05:21:54 · answer #5 · answered by asmith1022_2006 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
i like the term nationalist
borders, language, and culture
that is what we need to preserve
2006-10-20 05:12:21 · answer #6 · answered by ken y 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It is all in the definition of "those" who define, and we know how that changes.
2006-10-20 05:12:36 · answer #7 · answered by edubya 5 · 2⤊ 0⤋