“They're counting on your patriotism to distract you from their plunder. They're counting on you to be standing at attention with your hand over your heart, pledging allegiance to the flag, while they pick your pocket!”
Patriotism is used as a diversion, keeping citizens focused on symbols while authorities exploit them financially.
In simple terms: Symbolic loyalty masks exploitation.
Beware of loyalty that serves others' gain.
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