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Patriotism is the willingness to kill and be killed for trivial re

Patriotism is the willingness to kill and be killed for trivial reasons. – Bertrand Russell

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Fear is the main source of superstition, and one of the main sources of cruelty. To conquer fear is the beginning of wisdom. – Bertrand Russell

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Unfortunately, our history has abundant examples of patriotism being used to hurt those who express views in disagreement with that of the majority. – Vic Snyder

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We need a type of patriotism that recognizes the virtues of those who are opposed to us. – Francis John McConnell

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