It’s no secret that Americans are considered patriotic. There’s huge pride in the country for everything American, from a love of football and baseball to the celebration of freedom. Waving flags, singing the national anthem, and honoring veterans are all second nature. So it’s no surprise Americans have a special place in their hearts for Independence Day!
The 4th of July is undoubtedly the most remarkable holiday for the United States, one of those days that brings people together as a nation to celebrate what makes it unique. It’s an opportunity to reflect on the past and what made America great while also looking ahead to ponder its future and what can be done to make the country even better. For everyone.
Whatever your stance on it is, patriotism is a complex topic, and many things have been said by both parties. So we decided to collect some well-known quotes about patriotism, from the most inspiring to the most thought-provoking.
#81
"This nation will remain the land of the free only so long as it is the home of the brave." - Elmer Davis
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#82
"The patriot blood of my father was warm in my veins." - Clara Barton
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#83
"I realize that patriotism is not enough. I must have no hatred or bitterness towards anyone." - Edith Cavell
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#84
"It is the pride of my heart to have been one of the earliest adopted sons of America." - Marquis de Lafayette
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#85
"No matter that patriotism is too often the refuge of scoundrels. Dissent, rebellion, and all-around hell-raising remain the true duty of patriots." - Barbara Ehrenreich
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#86
"For you are the makers of the flag and it is well that you glory in the making." - Franklin Knight Lane
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#87
"The American patriots of today continue the tradition of the long line of patriots before them, by helping to promote liberty and freedom around the world." - John Linder
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#88
"Patriotism must be founded on great principles and supported by great virtue." - Henry IV
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#89
"If I were to live my life over again, I would be an American. I would steep myself in America, I would know no other land." - Henry James
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#90
"Patriotism is an indispensable weapon in the defense of civilization against barbarism." - Bill Kristol
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#91
"Patriots don't let their nation default." - Gary Ackerman
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#92
"Next to the love of God, the love of country is the best preventive of crime." - George Borrow
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#93
"It is but refusing to gratify an unreasonable or an insolent demand, and up starts a patriot." - Robert Walpole
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#94
"I gave my heart to the Americans and thought of nothing else but raising my banner and adding my colors to theirs." - Marquis de Lafayette
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#95
"I believe patriotism comes from the heart. Patriotism is voluntary. It is a feeling of loyalty and allegiance that is the result of knowledge and belief." - Jesse Ventura
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#96
"I want to light the lights of patriotism." - Lech Walesa
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#97
"Guard against the impostures of pretended patriotism." - George Washington
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#98
"I have long believed that sacrifice is the pinnacle of patriotism." - Bob Riley
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#99
"Americans never quit." - Douglas MacArthur
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#100
"Into the soul of every student, I would have instilled the patriotic fervor of Patrick Henry." - David O. McKay
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