The subjection of men to government will always continue as long as patriotism exists, for every ruling power rests on patriotism — on the readiness of men to submit to power.
Leo Tolstoy
Nationalism is an infantile disease. It is the measles of mankind.
—Albert Einstein
Nationalism may have had it's place in the past, but the way I see it, the world is beyond that now, and I think Nationalism is probably more of a hindrance to progress than anything.
I stopped saying the pledge of allegience in probably 9th or 10th trade, which was back in the 70's, and have never once said it since.
Also, if I am ever asked to testify in court, I'll not put my hand on a bible and swear an oath. If my answer of Yes I will tell the truth, isn't good enough, then F*&k-em.
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Peace,
Floyd |