“ I love America more than any other country in this world, and, exactly for this reason, I insist on the right to criticize her perpetually. ”
“ These fallen heroes represent the character of a nation who has a long history of patriotism and honor - and a nation who has fought many battles to keep our country free from threats of terror. ”
“ A man's country is not a certain area of land, of mountains, rivers, and woods, but it is a principle and patriotism is loyalty to that principle. ”
“ I have long believed that sacrifice is the pinnacle of patriotism. ”
“ Guard against the impostures of pretended patriotism. ”
“ True patriotism isn't cheap. It's about taking on a fair share of the burden of keeping America going. ”
“ Patriotism consists not in waving the flag, but in striving that our country shall be righteous as well as strong. ”
“ There's intense national feeling in America that could be called patriotism. ”
“ There are no points of the compass on the chart of true patriotism. ”
“ Patriotism was a living fire of unquestioned belief and purpose. ”
“ Memorial Day isn't just about honoring veterans, its honoring those who lost their lives. Veterans had the fortune of coming home. For us, that's a reminder of when we come home we still have a responsibility to serve. It's a continuation of service that honors our country and those who fell defending it. ”
“ On what rests the hope of the republic? One country, one language, one flag! ”
“ America is hope. It is compassion. It is excellence. It is valor. ”
“ May Heaven be propitious, and smile on the cause of my country. ”
“ The heroes of Flight 93 won the first battle in the War on Terror, and they should never be forgotten. ”
“ Patriotism is supporting your country all the time, and your government when it deserves it. ”
“ I only regret that I have but one life to lose for my country. ”
“ My fellow Americans, ask not what your country can do for you, ask what you can do for your country. ”
“ I would rather be remembered by a song than by a victory. ”