How is patriotism not related to terrorism?\n\nI need this for a debate so please help!
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http://www.randomhouse.com/wotd/index.pperl?date=20011002\n\nPatriotism can be defined simply as 'love and loyal support of one's country'. Yes, it's centered in feeling–and, as we've seen in past weeks, the emotion is deep and intense. \n\nBut when people take patriotism to a fanatic extreme, this is usually called nationalism. (The terms jingoism and chauvinism are near synonyms.) Nationalism is more centered in thought than in feeling; it's actually a political and social philosophy. The Columbia Encyclopedia defines it as "a collective state of mind or consciousness in which people believe their primary duty and loyalty is to the nation-state. Often nationalism implies national superiority and glorifies various national virtues. Thus love of nation may be overemphasized; concern with national self-interest to the exclusion of the rights of other nations may lead to international conflict." So, because nationalism is the belief that national interests and security are more important than international considerations, it often goes hand in hand with a militaristic foreign policy. It also tends to encourage cultural conformity and intolerance.
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I think patriotism is about a lot more than a sticker and a flag... those things are nice... don't get me wrong, but it comes down to a love for the country and not wanting any wrong to come to the country, regardless of who may be wronging the country...
490037
yesterday's terrorist is todays patroit, depends on whos side youre on, the founders of the USA were labeled insurgents and terrorists by the crown during the revolutionary war, the south was labeled a terrorist stae by the union during the civil war, terrorist or freedom fighter? Historically the victors are patroits and the losers were terrorists, as history is normally recorded by the victor. Great question a thumbs up to you
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You clearly don't understand the concept of terrorism, which is to terrorise the masses, not the people who have the CIA protection teams.\nYou are thinking of assassins.
241800
that's because patriotism is the only sentiment we can consider as selfless .Heroes are not those who perform marvelous acts in films .the real Heroes are those who fight for the pride of their nation even at the verge of death as they are not individuals but representation of a whole country.
200512
Patriotism obviously represents many things to many people.  To me, it is the understanding of our historical roots in the context of the our political system and supporting it as the best approach for mankind.
601107
No difference depends on who is talking. \nA patriot can be a terrorist a terrorist can be a patriot
60241
what kind of question is this? you could start a conflict with this, a war even. Islams are completely misunderstood. Do not judge based on your ignorance. And to answer the guy upstairs, Islam isn't the root of terrorism. Everyone is entitled to be a terrorist.
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Terrorism is killing or threatening to cause physical harm to a civilised society in the name of some cause. Terrorism breeds out of perceived injustice whose advantage is taken by unscrupulous elements. There are different types of terrorism- religion-based, territory-based or state-sponsored.\nIrrespective of the type of terrorism the propagators try to justify it in the name of certain cause or ideology.\n\nReligious Terrorism: Example Al-Qaida who led Muslims to believe that they have been historically mistreated and must fight to avenge that.. Truth is that such people follow no religion because no religion propagates violence.\nTerritory-based Terrorism: Example LTTE in Sri Lanka, ULFA in Assam. They believe that their territory has been 'occupied' to external forces and they must fight to overthrow their oppressors. Truth is, in most cases, these people are greedy to control and exert their power with vested interests and little interest in public welfare.\nState Sponsored: BY FAR THE MOST DANGEROUS. Example Hitler in Germany, George Bush in USA, Narendra Modi in Gujarat, Musharaf in Pakistan, who use government machinery and armed forces to spread terror. The reason it is so dangerous is because people like Hitler and George Bush have access to tremendous resources, arms and ammunition to attack soft targets to further their propoganda.\n\nRemedies:-\nEvery country must actively co-operate and ensure to root out terrorism from their soil. \nResolving issues through negotiations and via multi-lateral forums like UN.\nAllaying fears in the minds of people, by avoiding 'us against them' and 'clash of civilization'  kind of rhetorics.\nEducating people and providing employment opportunities to disillusioned youth to ensure that they utilize their energy positively.
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Read 1984.  It is not a war on terror.  It is a war.  Just a reason to go to war.  It is ambiguous.  It can continue indefinitely.  It has no terminus.  It is an excellent reason to violate rights.  It is an excuse to seize power and not let go.  It tramples constitutional rights.  It is a pseudo-martial law. (I could go on, but I won't)
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First off terrorism is not limited to Muslims and all Muslims are not terrorist.  The Irish Republican Army = terrorist, school yard bullies = terrorist, Gangs & Mafias = terrorist.  Now that that misconception is clear.  Let's talk terrorism.  \n\nI don't think what you have mentioned is a possible cause of terrorism because I witness the same thing happen right here in the US anytime I go to the store.  Kids running wild and the parents not doing anything about it.   There are so many spoiled brats in America it's rediculous.  \n\nFor example, Nicole Ritchie and Paris Hilton one could assume that they, "are never told they are wrong, that they are spoiled into getting what they want, ... (throw) childish tantrums... because they have never been made to grow up.", yet we don't see them crashing airplanes into buildings.
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Patriotism is ONLY the love for one's country.  It has nothing to do with what you believe in politically.  People have turned the word patriot into something that means that if you are a patriot then you are always right.\n\nDo you love America?  The country, not necessarily the government.  Do you love America?  If the answer is yes then, congrats, you're a patriot.  It's that simple.  Don't let politically inclined fools tell you you're not a patriot because you believe in anything else.  All patriotism deals with is love for one's country, ok?
416770
I was told earlier today that 'War on Terror' is 'political narrative', its an ideal, an abstract concept that gains popular belief in order to justify a political action. It has no bearing on why those actions are being performed at all. Which makes sense for me anyway.
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I'm sorry I don't have the time to read all of that right now, but I plan to.  Quick question, does it define what terrorism is anywhere in there.  If it does, please tell me where so I can read that.\n\nIf not, There is my issue with it.
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As "patriotism is the last refuge of a scoundrel" (thank you, Dr. Johnson), I am uncomfortable with the premise of this question. I would willingly defend this country and its immortal Constitution with my very life but I would never call myself a patriot as I detest its obvious negative connotations ("my country right or wrong," etc.).\n\nThat said, the answer to your question is of course that there is nothing "patriotic" about supporting this master criminal and his corrupt administration of war profiteers, liars and thieves. He warrants no support; only censure, impeachment, removal from office, criminal trial and imprisonment.
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I agree with, bigman2006.  Terrorism isn't just bombing places and people.  A terrorist destroys lives and has a personal agenda, such as, Bush.  Bush doesn't care about the American people but cares about big business and the rich.  Outsourcing of jobs is destroying the American dream.
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Ironically, yes patriotism could imply that depending on what your country believes in. For instance, in Nazi Germany it was quite patriotic to turn in Jews.\n\nHowever, what our country is supposed to believe in means that we stand up to those who propogate injustice. True patriots of this country are willing to die for what they believe in.\n\nA true patriot would not be intimidated by acts of terrorism. They wouldn't act like frightened sheep running to the proverbial sheperd hoping that he/she could protect them.\n\nA true patriot of this country doesn't suspend basic rights for people, citizen or not. A true patriot does not condone torture, as it is against everything that we stand for.\n\nA true patriot does not take away the rights of the many in the name of security.\n\nTrue patriots of this country have an event like 9-11 happen and say, "Is that all you got?!". True patriots don't let fear change the way they live.\n\nIn this day and age, our country is lacking in true patriots.\n\n~X~