Quote by Calvin Coolidge

Patriotism is easy to understand in America; it means looking out for yourself by looking out for your country.

Patriotism is easy to understand in America; it means lookin

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This quote suggests that patriotism in America can be understood simply as caring for one's individual interests by caring for the well-being of one's country. It implies that being a patriot entails thinking beyond personal benefits and actively working towards the betterment of the nation. By acknowledging the interconnectedness between the self and the country, the quote implies that patriotism involves selflessness and a sense of duty towards one's nation.

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