Protestantism

» Migisi - Look at what you did

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I reiterate my position. If an individual doesn't love their country and isn't willing to sacrifice for it, then they should leave... Where does the "leave it" come in?
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Read what you wrote again, Brian. Shortened version reiterated: 'Love it or leave it'. This is bumper-sticker Nationalism.
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if a person believes the government is going in the wrong direction and they care enough to stand up and be counted...then they care about their country. They love their country. If they are willing to sacrifice their time and talent to make some changes, then they are willing to sacrifice for it."
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This is Patriotism.
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If after some activism, they reach a point where they no longer feel that the United States is a nation worthy of love, honor, etc. and that they cannot in good conscience pledge their allegiance to the country - not the government, mind you, but the COUNTRY - then, in that case, I think it's time for them to leave.
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Many do. It's their choice - and a hard one. But ask yourself 'how' and 'why' they might - "in good conscience" - arrive at the conclusion that their beloved country isn't worth their allegiance anymore? Before you pass judgment on them, can you put yourself in their shoes for a day? Have you listened to what other people around the world think and say about your country? If not, you need to.

-- posted by Migisi