"Gentlemen have talked a great deal of patriotism. A venerable word, when duly practiced." ― Robert Walpole Topic(s): Patriotism More From Robert Walpole "I will not attempt to deny the reasonableness and necessity of a party war; but in carrying on that war all principles and rules of justice should not be departed from." "The very idea of true patriotism is lost, and the term has been prostituted to the very worst of purposes. A patriot, sir! Why, patriots spring up like mushrooms!" More In Patriotism "Intellectually I know that America is no better than any other country; emotionally I know she is better than every other country."― Sinclair Lewis "We’ll try to cooperate fully with the IRS, because, as citizens, we feel a strong patriotic duty not to go to jail."― Dave Barry "Patriotism is easy to understand in America. It means looking out for yourself by looking out for your country."― Calvin Coolidge