Quote by George Orwell

Patriotism has nothing to do with Conservatism. It is actually the opposite of Conservatism, since it is a devotion to something that is always changing and yet is felt to be mystically the same.

Patriotism has nothing to do with Conservatism. It is actual

Summary

This quote suggests that patriotism and conservatism are fundamentally different. It argues that patriotism is not aligned with conservatism because patriotism is an unwavering devotion to a country or nationality, regardless of ongoing changes, while conservatism typically seeks to preserve traditional values and institutions. The quote implies that patriotism embraces the idea of a mystic unity, highlighting the emotional and evolving nature of national pride, which contrasts with the static stance typically associated with conservatism.

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Patriotism

By George Orwell

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