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What patriotism is NOT about
1. Flag waving does not
make anyone a patriot
2. A superior than any other
country attitude
3. A lack of respect for other people and cultures
4. Imposing your beliefs on
other people & cultures.
5. Having a closed mind
6. A lack of knowledge of one's own country
7. A
lack of knowledge of world affairs
8. Believing everything you
hear and see
9.
Lack of political participation
What patriotism IS about
1. Respect for other people and cultures
2.
Respect for your fellow citizens
3. Keeping your
personal affairs in order
4. Keeping yourself out of debt
5. Conserving
your country's resources
6.
Knowing your country's history
7. Respecting those who gave their lives for
your country
8. Having a sound
knowledge of world affairs
9.
Questioning those in power
10. Voting