The Varying Degrees of Patriotism
I bet you, no one has ever told you that there are varying degrees of patriotism, each having its own measurable marker. I don’t know why not because patriotism, like all others things, is not a one size fits all concept but varies between individuals depending on the experience, beliefs and values of that particular individual. For some, the wearing of a flag pin on their lapel is enough to satisfy that they are patriotic so it has become a part of many people’s apparel. For some, wearing a shirt or outside garment made of the flag is enough and then for others it is about flying that flag proudly in your front yard. Now each one of these carries with it, a degree of patriotism that makes one feel good about themselves and seeks to show those around them that they have a love of country. Sad to say that this alone does not equal another nor does it overshadow the other. What is does is satisfy your desire to prove to those around you of how...