In every society in human history, including the United States, those in power seek to imbue themselves with the attributes of religion and patriotism as a way of getting greater support for their policy and insulating themselves from any criticism. – George J. Mitchell
Obama has been attacked repeatedly for not wearing a flag pin, with Republicans claiming that his patriotism is in question. Its all a bit silly. – Will Thomas
As a society, I think we express our cultural mores through our politics. Were trying constantly to figure out whats OK and whats not OK. And its hard, because our society is constantly buffeted by gale force winds of technology. Things are always changing. – Daniel H. Wilson
