@YoSoySnekBoi__dup_12045@kbin.earth
Post #174572
2026-01-28 21:08 UTC
Patriotism is defined as "love of country", yes, but also "devotion to the welfare of one's compatriots". I personally believe there is nothing more patriotic than doing everything possible to root out a corrupt and harmful government.
I actually think the USA is a beautiful place and I want to protect it from those who would destroy it. The word you're thinking of is jingoism, which is honestly a serious problem here
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@Semi_Hemi_Demigod@lemmy.world 2026-01-28 21:43
So patriotism is just mutual aid + nationalism. Why not just skip the last step? After all, the things I like about America would exist even if the nation doesn’t.
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@Alcoholicorn@mander.xyz 2026-01-29 08:50
Ok, so if someone is not American, you don't care about their welfare? If no, thats internationalism, the opposite of patriotism, if yes, you see why we have trouble distinguishing yall from fascists, right?