Patriotic Quotes

Clarence Darrow

“True patriotism hates injustice in its own land more than anywhere else.” ~~ Clarence Darrow

Adlai Stevenson

“Patriotism is not short, frenzied outbursts of emotion, but the tranquil and steady dedication of a lifetime.” ~~ Adlai Stevenson


Mark Twain

“In the beginning of a change, the patriot is a scarce man, brave, hated, and scorned. When his cause succeeds however, the timid join him, for then it costs nothing to be a patriot.” ~~ Mark Twain

Benjamin Franklin

“They that can give up essential liberty to obtain a little temporary safety deserve neither liberty nor safety.” ~~ Benjamin Franklin


Bill Clinton

“There is nothing wrong with America that cannot be cured by what is right with America.” ~~ Bill Clinton

Henry James

“I think patriotism is like charity — it begins at home.” ~~ Henry James


Theodore Roosevelt

“This country will not be a good place for any of us to live in unless we make it a good place for all of us to live in.” ~~ Theodore Roosevelt

Benjamin Franklin

“Where liberty dwells, there is my country.” ~~ Benjamin Franklin

Abraham Lincoln

“I like to see a man proud of the place in which he lives. I like to see a man live so that his place will be proud of him.” ~~ Abraham Lincoln

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