What Patriotism Means To Me
“WHAT DOES PATRIATISM MEAN TO ME?”
I believe Patriotism to be one of those words that you cannot stop at knowing the mere definition of. Patriotism isn’t something youknow or read about. It is something that you must feel. A word that engulfs your entire being and forces you to live you a certain way based on hundreds of years of the past. one of those words that you must fell. It must engulf your entire being in order for it to have real meaning to oneself. He is probably best remembered for his purported last words before being hanged: "I only regret that I have but one life to give for my country."[1] Hale has long been considered an American hero and, in 1985, he was officially designated the state hero of Connecticut.[2]
“I pledge allegiance, to the flag, of the United States of America, and to the Republic for which it stands, one nation, under God, indivisible, with liberty and justice for all.”
Patriotism — the word alone conjures up heroic images of troops fighting for freedom, Martin Luther King Jr. speaking for civil rights, and George Washington crossing the Delaware.
I am proud of my country and all that it stands for. I am fortunate to have been born here, in this land of freedom, where with hard work you can accomplish your dreams.
Here, you can be whatever you want — a doctor, a firefighter, or a salesman. You have the freedom of choice.
John F. Kennedy said, “Ask not what your country can do for you, ask what you can do for your country.” I think this statement is an integral part of what patriotism truly means.
Patriotism is not sitting back and complaining when taxes are raised or a new law is passed. It is working together to make our country a better place for future generations.
Part of this is voting — a privilege and responsibility. It is our duty to choose who we want leading our country. Being a patriot in a democratic society is standing by your country, but not blindly following its government. By voting, we ensure that
I believe Patriotism to be one of those words that you cannot stop at knowing the mere definition of. Patriotism isn’t something youknow or read about. It is something that you must feel. A word that engulfs your entire being and forces you to live you a certain way based on hundreds of years of the past. one of those words that you must fell. It must engulf your entire being in order for it to have real meaning to oneself. He is probably best remembered for his purported last words before being hanged: "I only regret that I have but one life to give for my country."[1] Hale has long been considered an American hero and, in 1985, he was officially designated the state hero of Connecticut.[2]
“I pledge allegiance, to the flag, of the United States of America, and to the Republic for which it stands, one nation, under God, indivisible, with liberty and justice for all.”
Patriotism — the word alone conjures up heroic images of troops fighting for freedom, Martin Luther King Jr. speaking for civil rights, and George Washington crossing the Delaware.
I am proud of my country and all that it stands for. I am fortunate to have been born here, in this land of freedom, where with hard work you can accomplish your dreams.
Here, you can be whatever you want — a doctor, a firefighter, or a salesman. You have the freedom of choice.
John F. Kennedy said, “Ask not what your country can do for you, ask what you can do for your country.” I think this statement is an integral part of what patriotism truly means.
Patriotism is not sitting back and complaining when taxes are raised or a new law is passed. It is working together to make our country a better place for future generations.
Part of this is voting — a privilege and responsibility. It is our duty to choose who we want leading our country. Being a patriot in a democratic society is standing by your country, but not blindly following its government. By voting, we ensure that