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“The people are urged to be patriotic ... by sacrificing their own children. Patriotism requires allegience to the flag, which means obedience and readiness to kill father, mother, brother, sister.” quote by Emma Goldman
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“The people are urged to be patriotic ... by sacrificing their own children. Patriotism requires allegience to the flag, which means obedience and readiness to kill father, mother, brother, sister.”

Emma Goldman

About This Quote

Source Essay: Anarchist Politics, 1910

Patriotism is portrayed as demanding blind obedience, even to the point of harming one's own family.

In simple terms: Patriotism can demand extreme loyalty.

Key Takeaway

Question loyalty versus moral conscience.

Themes

loyalty obedience family violence

Mood

critical reflective

Type

political philosophical

When to use this quote

  • Political activism
  • family discussions
  • military service
  • civil protest

Key Concepts

Anarchism state power moral autonomy

Questions to Reflect On

  • Is loyalty to a flag worth sacrificing loved ones?
  • How can societies balance patriotism with individual conscience?
A Different Perspective

Blind patriotism can suppress critical thinking and ethical judgment.

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