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Patriotism is not Synonymous with the Republican Party: It's Time They Stopped Using the "P" Word

Michael Russnow | Posted 07.02.2008 | Politics

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Michael Russnow

Whatever you think about the war in Iraq or how we got there, suggesting that those who are in opposition are less than patriotic is irrational and undemocratic.

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Why Progressives Should Support the Draft and Why Aren't People Protesting McCain's Lack of Patriotism?

Frank Schaeffer | Posted 04.09.2008 | Politics

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Frank Schaeffer

If you want to know why McCain is called a patriot, it's because in the all-volunteer military era he can claim special exemption from common sense in the name of past service.

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