Patriotism is supporting your country all the time
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Patriotism is supporting your country all the time,
and your government when it deserves it.
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Meaning
This quote means love of country should be constant, but support for government should depend on whether it deserves it. Patriotism is not blind obedience.
About Author
Mark Twain
Mark Twain, born Samuel Clemens, was an American author and humorist known for classics like Adventures of Huckleberry Finn. His quotes often reflect wit, social critique, and human insight. Twain inspires writers, readers, and social thinkers to explore human nature, challenge conventions, and communicate ideas with humor and intelligence.
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