Quote by George Jean Nathan

Patriotism is often an arbitrary veneration of real estate above principles.


Patriotism is often an arbitrary veneration of real estate a

Summary

This quote suggests that patriotism is often misunderstood and misdirected. It argues that true patriotism should not simply be a blind attachment to one's own country or a piece of land, but rather a deep commitment to the principles and values that a nation represents. It criticizes the tendency to prioritize physical territory over moral and ethical standards. In essence, the quote calls for a more thoughtful and principled form of patriotism that goes beyond surface-level nationalism.

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Patriotism
By George Jean Nathan
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