Jingoism: blustering, ostentatious patriotism. Flag-waving, war-mongering, belligerance.
No that doesn't "rule"
Patriotism: love of one's country...now that rules!
Be a little more sympathetic towards Fljotsdale and her feelings here would you?
I came here out of the inability to sleep (over this very issue) to edit my above post to let Fljotsdale know that I understand how she feels and to make a point that she does not have to take petty potshots at this country's show of patriotism...then you follw right behind me and take one at her personal and heart-felt feelings regarding that term.
The rest of us here have been trying to give her some understanding as to the difference between patriotism and jingoism and look what you do! I am shocked Liliara!
I was also going to make a post on how my faith in humanity was restored tonight seeing the world-wide support that the U.S. had in a show of respect and united prayer today but you just blew that feeling all to hell Liliara.
Thanks a f*ing lot.
Its no wonder people hate us.
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You know childhood is over when a puddle seems like an obstacle instead of an opportunity.
Is Too! Is Not! Is Too! Is Not!
[This message has been edited by Moni (edited 09-15-2001).]