Quotes about Patriotism

The instincts of the American people are all perfect, and tend to make heroes.

I would rather be a Medal of Honor recipient then the President of the United States!

War is America's central liturgical act necessary to renew our sense that we are a nation unlike other nations.

Unfortunately, after Sept. 11, there was an outburst in America of intense suffering and patriotism, and the Bush administration was very shrewd and effective in painting anyone who disagreed with the policies as unpatriotic or even traitorous.

So, let us summon a new spirit of patriotism, of responsibility, where each of us resolves to pitch in and work harder and look over not only ourselves, but each other.

First and foremost is what this country was based on: one nation under God.

Many people want 'God bless America,' but they don't want 'One nation under God.' The problem is you can't have one without the other.

realize that patriotism is not enough. I must have no hatred or bitterness toward anyone.

... any citizen should be willing to give all that he has to give his country in work or sacrifice in times of crisis.

Given a fair shot, given a fair chance, Americans have never, ever, ever, ever let their country down. Never. Never. Ordinary people like us. Who do extraordinary things.

It is time to remember that old wisdom our soldiers will never forget: that whether we are black or brown or white, we all bleed the same red blood of patriots, we all enjoy the same glorious freedoms, and we all salute the same great American Flag.

Love your neighbor as yourself, and your country more than yourself.