Patriotism and Government – Quote by Mark Twain

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

Mark TwainMark Twain's quote on patriotism emphasizes support for the country and critical loyalty to the government.
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Mark Twain was an American writer, humorist, and social critic.

This quote emphasizes that true patriotism should be discerning and not unconditional.


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Mark Twain quote about patriotism and government

Mark Twain, born Samuel Langhorne Clemens (1835–1910), was a famous American writer and humorist. His works like ‚The Adventures of Tom Sawyer‘ and ‚The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn‘ are classics of American literature. Twain was known for his sharp wit and critical view of society and politics.

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"Patriotism is not 'my country right or wrong'; patriotism means loving the ideals for which America stands and having the courage to speak up when these ideals are distorted for personal or political gain. The American government was instituted to be the servant of the people, not our master." Robert A. Heinlein
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"Patriotism in its simplest, clearest, and most indubitable meaning is nothing but an instrument for the attainment of the government's ambitious and mercenary aims, and a renunciation of human dignity, common sense, and conscience by the governed, and a slavish submission to those who hold power. That is what is really preached wherever patriotism is championed. Patriotism is slavery." Leo Tolstoi
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