July 4th Patriotism

What Would Abbie Hoffman Have Thought Of The Flag Lapel Pin Debate?

Chris Weigant | Posted 07.04.2008 | Politics

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Chris Weigant

Flag lapel pins are all the rage these days, but the battle over wearing the flag is older than you may have thought.

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It's a Family Day

Cheryl Saban | Posted 07.04.2008 | Living

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Cheryl Saban

Our July 4th celebrations always include a variety of comfort foods, music, and some splashing in the ocean or in a pool somewhere, and a place to watch fireworks. This year, things are different.

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Patriotism and Michelle Obama: A 4th of July Reflection

Anne-Marie Slaughter | Posted 07.03.2008 | Politics

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Anne-Marie Slaughter

Patriotism demands the ability to feel shame as much as to feel pride. We should be proud of our country when we have done something to be proud of, but be able to recognize when we have fallen short.

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A Modest Proposal for the 4th: Take Back Old Glory

Paul Slansky | Posted 07.03.2008 | Politics

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Paul Slansky

Of all the stupid things done by the anti-war crowd, the most gratuitously moronic was allowing the sanctimonious hypocrites of the right to co-opt the nation's most basic icon, its flag.

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A Just Democracy

Katrina vanden Heuvel | Posted 07.03.2008 | Politics

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Katrina vanden Heuvel

I experienced a surge of hope after the most nationally inclusive race for president in US history. It was that hope that moved me to write a manifesto about how to invigorate our democracy.

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What is Patriotism?

Byron Williams | Posted 07.03.2008 | Politics

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Byron Williams

Patriotism has been reduced to wearing flag lapel pins and adorning bumper stickers that read: "I Support the Troops." Where is the courage that exemplifies the spirit of 1776?

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