And just to give attribution where it's due, Dr. Samuel Johnson coined that phrase about patriotism in 18th century England--but it remains true in 21st century America.
Bravo GrumpyWithoutCoffee for your eloquent and angry post.
I am reminded of James A. Baldwin's quote: "I love America more than any other country in this world, and, exactly for this reason, I insist on the right to criticize her perpetually."
And just to give attribution where it's due, Dr. Samuel Johnson coined that phrase about patriotism in 18th century England--but it remains true in 21st century America.
Bravo GrumpyWithoutCoffee for your eloquent and angry post.
I am reminded of James A. Baldwin's quote: "I love America more than any other country in this world, and, exactly for this reason, I insist on the right to criticize her perpetually."