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ViciDraco · 41-45, M
To me, a patriot loves their country and wants it to be the best that it can be. They have pride in their national identity even as they are willing to admit to flaws and points where improvement can be made. Patriotism is internal and it's not about competing with other nations. Except maybe in sporting events.
This is in contrast to Nationalist that believes their country is the best or should be the best country. It's less about being the best you can be and more about being at the top. Knocking rivals down is just as valid a strategy as trying to improve internally. Nationalism is external and relies on comparison with other nations to demonstrate supremacy (even if such comparisons are often fictions).
This is in contrast to Nationalist that believes their country is the best or should be the best country. It's less about being the best you can be and more about being at the top. Knocking rivals down is just as valid a strategy as trying to improve internally. Nationalism is external and relies on comparison with other nations to demonstrate supremacy (even if such comparisons are often fictions).
