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Flagging Patriotism: Crises of Narcissism and Anti-Americanism

This book delves into the psychological and social dynamics behind patriotism, narcissism, and anti-Americanism, analyzing their interplay in modern society. more

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Robert Stam
Robert Stam

Robert Stam, born on October 29, 1941, is a scholar whose profession remains unknown. His research spans across various fields, including literature, art, and philosophy, but his specific professional category is unclear. more

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“While patriotism is often lauded as an unquestionable value, the status of patriotism is a problem for many thoughtful people. It is particularly troublesome for people who care about the common good but are alienated by the all too frequent use of patriotism and patriotic symbols to stifle debate, tarnish the images of rival candidates, or arouse popular support for aggressive military policies.”

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“Part of the problem with extreme patriotism is that it makes the support of one's country and its policies unconditional. Moderate patriots, on the other hand, see that taking morality seriously requires that our commitment to our country be conditional in two ways. First, the actions or policies of a government must be worthy of support or, at least, must not be serious violations of morality. When nations behave immorally, patriots need not support them.”

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“A private man, however successful in his own dealing, if his country perish is involved in her destruction; but if he be an unprosperous citizen of a prosperous city, he is much more likely to recover. Seeing, then, that States can bear the misfortunes of individuals, but individuals cannot bear the misfortunes of States, let us all stand by our country.”

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