Are you a Patriot and what does Patriotism mean to you?

Question

Proud vet - 2 Iraq tours

Answer 1

Yes, I am a patriot, through and through. I was raised on the flag and I served in the Navy right after the Vietnam War. My Father was a Marine and my Stepmom retired from the Army as a Major. It means everything to me, I can't imagine being anything but a patriotic American. I revere our Constitution, and I can't stand to see it, or our flag, disrespected.

The best way I can describe how I feel is thinking back to when I watched Chris Rock (who cracks me up) in his first comedy special. He was talking about gays in the military and he said (paraphrasing) "let them fight, because I'm not going to fight - a Russian tank could roll down Flatbush Avenue and I wouldn't fight." I was horrified by that and I thought wow, Chris, that just isn't right. I'd throw myself in front of that tank if I thought that would stop it. Would I give my life for my country? Of course, I wouldn't think twice about it. That sort of patriotism should always be handed down to our children. I have handed it down to my own two boys. The oldest one is determined to be a homicide detective and he is fascinated by serial killers - can't account for that one lol, but he's a straight arrow in college. My youngest is 17 and about to be a senior in high school. He's a bit po'd because his school does not have ROTC. He was planning on getting a degree first and then going into the military, but he's now decided he can't wait and he'll get his degree with the help of the military. The only decision he hasn't made is whether to join the Marines or the Air Force. My heart swells with pride and emotion every time I hear our national anthem and I wouldn't have it any other way.

Answer 2

Having the ability to walk a city street, drive a car, mow my own lawn and raise and lower Old Glory as I stand beneath her glaring at how freely she waves and dances in the air with a few beautiful white clouds hovering about amongst a crystal blue sky.

Raising my hand to my heart when she passes by in a parade, or while singing the National Anthem during a game or other festive event. Knowing it's up to me to stand up and bear my thoughts and assistance when others less fortunate could use a strong shoulder to help them through their troubles.

Knowing if by rain, or storm, or any other distressing act of nature may cause me or my family harm; that there's others who I can rely on when help is needed most. A common bond without words needing to be spoken.

A family can be strong, but each family standing alone among many means the strength is weakened unless everyone has a tie with others to keep them all bonded together even if they don't know one another.

Patriotism can be a theory, or an objective, but until a goal is set, the quiet passion living within many is only heartbeats away from becoming a reality.

It's the physical power God gave us in order to work together when faith alone can't move obstacles in our way to make each and every one of us, better.

Answer 3

Yes, I am a patriot, but not a blind one. I beleive in the Consititution and will defend myself and my neighbors from tyranny. It is the people's duty to keep the government from abusing power.

I am also not a nationalist. I realize I live in a world with other people and that my country is not better than any other. Perhaps richer, and more powerful, but not better. I don't belive in attacking other nations without provocation.

Answer 4

Yes, I would consider myself a patriot. Patriotism to me means that I question my government to keep it in check. That I don't allow people to be tried in secret courts in Cuba. It means that I don't agree with illegal wiretaps on the phones of American citizens. It means that I will not stand for unnecessary wars where our soldiers die for no reason. Why is this what patriotism means to me? Because I believe in the Constitution of the United States and everything it stands for. It seems to me that most Americans have forgotten the Constitution all together. After all we are a country that fought for it's freedom because it was taxed without representation and the District of Columbia doesn't even have representation! Something is severally wrong here!

Answer 5

No. I can say I am patriotic, because I strongly support our country, President, and military.

But only someone who has given their life and/or limb defending our nation can be a Patriot, imo.

I would like to think that if given the opportunity, I would become a Patriot.

You, my friend, are a Patriot. I should have extended my definition to include our living and (hopefully) whole military.

Answer 6

No. In my country, patriotism is pretty low down the list of virtues. Occasionally someone says 'Isn't Britain wonderful' and we all nod, but otherwise, we don't really think about it. Patriotism is associated with fascist groups like the BNP, not ordinary people. It's a bit visible during the World Cup, but otherwise it's just not there.

Answer 7

I am a traditional patriot . It means to support and have pride in your nation. Patriots during the revolution were loyal to colonial america and fought the british.

Answer 8

If you are referring to the USA, standing up for it's Constitution and, in the present situation, doing EVERYTHING possible to restore HONEST elections after the 2000 AND 2004 debacles. Down with Dictator Dumbya!!!

Answer 9

I support and defend the Constitution of the United States.

Answer 10

proud to be an American....
will protect the U.S. Constitution and my President at all costs.
Will never betray my fellow Americans and will turn in
known traitors of my Country.