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Originally posted by MagiK:
Well I don't know about the "good" part but I try. Yes we do seem to have completely different angles on nationality. I was raised, and adopted as an adult a strong affinity for the ideals of the United States of America. Note that I said Ideals and while my nation may frequently fall short of the Ideal, I do believe we come closer to them than anyone else int he world (of course since they are american ideals I don't really expect anyone else to really hold them [img]smile.gif[/img] ) Now that you express your focus in the manner of being loyal to friends and family I can see where you are coming from.
I also have loyalty for my friends and family, My kids, my family, myself then my country and friends. Anyway Happy New year!!!! 
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I've read about the American founding fathers, the notions of independance, courage in defiance and everyone making their own way. Those are some good principles, make sure you hold onto them (and I'm sure you will). I guess George and Tom and the lads just didn't count on America becoming such a powerful collective in the centuries that followed. How to balance the ideals of freedom with the trappings of power? Tricky business for any person...
And it's good to know you hold true to your loved ones. Some folks really do care more about their 'nation' than their families. I don't know, just doesn't feel... wholesome. But maybe I'm whacked.
And hey, HAPPY NEW YEAR TO YOU TOO!!! Let the good times roll!