Appropriate Quote by Russ Feingold

Real patriotism is a willingness to challenge the government when it's wrong.

— Ron Paul

For an American to be patriotic is to be loyal to the principles of our Constitution, and the First Amendment. The truth is that…

— Daniel Ellsberg

Patriotism is a lively sense of collective responsibility.

— Richard Aldington

“In America, disagreement with the policies of the government does not necessitate a lack of patriotism!”

— Senator Mitchell

As I said before, [patriotism] is distinct from acting to benefit the government - a distinction that's increasingly lost today.

— Edward Snowden

I think there are few things more patriotic than taking the time to make your country a better place.

— Michael Moore

Patriotism is supporting your country all the time, and your government when it deserves it.

— Mark Twain

If I want to transform patriotism then I do not proceed in the slightest against the fine fact of the nation but against the…

— Gustav Landauer

You know, I think it's something I want to teach my children, to ask questions and not be afraid to disagree with people in…

— Martie Maguire

The greatest patriotism is to tell your country when it is behaving dishonorably, foolishly, viciously.

— Julian Barnes

“True patriotism is doing something for your country.”

— Bill Maher

“Patriotism is not a flag in your DP, but to address the inequalities and injustices that linger within the country.”

— Bhushan Mahadani