Patriotism Quote by Alexis de Tocqueville

“[Patriotism] is in itself a kind of religion: it does not reason, but it acts from the impulse of faith and sentiment.”

— Alexis de Tocqueville

“Patriotism is about a desire for progress, not a yearning for repetition.”

— Gina Barreca

“I am no Patriot for I try to breathe in with the steadfast belief that my country is the Earth and my religion is…

— K. Hari Kumar

“Patriotism is the antithesis of world peace.”

— Abhijit Naskar

“Make no mistake: patriotism is a religion, the enemy of lucidity. It is pure obscurantism, an act of faith.”

— Mario Vargas Llosa

“I venture to suggest that patriotism is not a short and frenzied outburst of emotion, but the tranquil and steady dedication of a lifetime.”

— Adlai E. Stevenson

“There are so many things to exploit man, but religion and patriotism are at the top of the list.”

— Tarif Naaz

“patriotism involves serving your own country.”

— Timothy Snyder

“Patriotism, currently, is nothing but the deadly evolution of narrow minded politics which has distorted language.”

— Nilantha Ilangamuwa

“I venture to guess that patriotism is not a short and frenzied outburst of emotion, but the tranquil and steady dedication of a lifetime.”

— Adlai E. Steveson

“Patriotism is the narcissism of countries.”

— Mokokoma Mokhonoana

“Patriotism is not enough—I must have no hatred or bitterness for anyone.”

— Elizabeth Wein