There is a real patriotism underneath the best of my music but it is a critical questioning and often angry patriotism.

I want to light the lights of patriotism.

There are those who wrap themselves in flags and blow the tinny trumpet of patriotism as a means of fooling the people.

Patriotism is not a short and frenzied outburst of emotion but the tranquil and steady dedication of a lifetime.

Patriotism consists not in waving the flag but in striving that our country shall be righteous as well as strong.

Patriotism is best exemplified through auto-critique.

Patriotism is an ephemeral motive that scarcely ever outlasts the particular threat to society that aroused it.

During times of war hatred becomes quite respectable even though it has to masquerade often under the guise of patriotism.

Unfortunately after Sept. 11 there was an outburst in America of intense suffering and patriotism and the Bush administration was very shrewd and effective in painting anyone who disagreed with the policies as unpatriotic or even traitorous.

Politics is too partisan and sometimes patriotism is cast aside. Patriotism is honor and love of your country and your brothers and sisters. With politics I get the impression that it's all about what's good for the party and not necessarily what's good for the country.