Quotations on Patriotism

"I do not mean to exclude altogether the idea of patriotism. I know it exists, and I know it has done much in the present contest. But I will venture to assert, that a great and lasting war can never be supported on this principle alone. It must be aided by a prospect of interest, or some reward."

-George Washington. Letter, April 21, 1778.

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"Patriotism is supporting your country all the time, and your government when it deserves it."

-Mark Twain