Patriotism Quote by Paolo Bacigalupi

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

— Nilantha Ilangamuwa

“True patriotism is doing something for your country.”

— Bill Maher

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

— Edith Cavell

“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

“I guess you never think your enemy is as clever as you are.”

— Cinda Williams Chima

“At the bottom of all patriotism there is war: that is why I am no patriot.”

— Jules Renard

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

— Elizabeth Wein

“It may sound corny, but what's wrong with wanting to fight for your country. Why are people reluctant to use the word patriotism?”

— Anonymous

“We think we’re so clever. And yet we’re always surprised to find ourselves entrapped or made fools of.”

— Julie Anne Long

“I'll tell you what's wrong with dumb-shit patriotism--it's delusional! It signifies nothing but the American need to win”

— John Irving

“What Patriot wrote that shit?”

— Allen Ginsberg