Exactly What is a patriot

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Just state how you see it, what you would do for your country.

anything to make it greater.

What you would never do for your country.

spy

If drafted to the armed military would you go? or run away.

have served... never ran

Please state your politicsal leaning, does not matter what party, just the direction you lean.

quite left... but not looney lupey

State your age and gender please.

61-male

you are assuming that everyone is American... as you know I'm not.

what you would do for your country

Move out. It's already over-crowded, and I have better opportunities elsewhere.

What you would never do for your country.

Live there.

If drafted to the armed military would you go?

Won't happen. (They don't take amateurs).

Please state your political leaning

Militantly moderate. Unbudgingly on the fence.

State your age and gender please

42, Male

Looking forward to your thoughtful article. Take care.

Just state how you see it, what you would do for your country.

Almost anything to attain social justice within my country (public service, activism, etc.).

What you would never do for your country.

I don't know if I can kill for my country.

If drafted to the armed military would you go? or run away.

Neither. I would stay in my country and refuse to join the military, and probably protest the war (unless it is legitemately self defence on Canadian soil, but the odds of that are very low).

Please state your politicsal leaning, does not matter what party, just the direction you lean.

Democratic socialist, with far left and libertarian social policies. Left wing of the NDP.

State your age and gender please.

17, Male

Just state how you see it, what you would do for your country.

I see patriotism as standing firm for the liberties of myself and others, even and especially when their values differ from my own, as long as their values aren't reliant on using force against others to conform to their beliefs. I would die for the country and the values that the Constitution was meant to represent.


What you would never do for your country.

I would never kill for my country.

If drafted to the armed military would you go? or run away.

I would not go, but I would not run away. I believe the draft to be wrong, and would gladly sit in jail for the time prescribed to support my beliefs. It is the duty of one who chooses civil disobedience to be ready and willing to accept the consequence of such obedience. I believe those who run to be cowards.

Please state your politicsal leaning, does not matter what party, just the direction you lean.

Well, according to "The World's Smallest Political Quiz", I'm more Libertarian than Ayn Rand...lol

State your age and gender please.

35/m (this sounds suspiciously like a chat room "a/s/l?" check...bad form...lol)

Just state how you see it, what you would do for your country.

What it asked of me, even if I do not agree with it, as long as it does not go against my faith, and the laws of the land.

What you would never do for your country.

Break the laws of the country.

If drafted to the armed military would you go? or run away.

Go. I did register, just was never called.

Please state your politicsal leaning, does not matter what party, just the direction you lean.

Conservative

State your age and gender please.

Old enough and male.

"Just state how you see it, what you would do for your country."

- Whatever was asked, as long as it did not go against my personal faith... "...ask not what your country can do for you; ask what you can do for your country."


"What you would never do for your country."

- Interesting question....but I would never deny Jesus Christ as my Lord and Saviour.


"If drafted to the armed military would you go? or run away."

- Would go....I have already served in the military

"Please state your politicsal leaning, does not matter what party, just the direction you lean."

- conservative (coming from a liberal family)

"State your age and gender please."

- 30 and male

Just state how you see it, what you would do for your country.

Abide by the laws, pay taxes, basically do what is required of me as a citizen to help keep the country running smoothly and a safely. I would also speak out and put appropriate actions behind those words when I felt that there was a problem in the country that needed to be addressed.

If more was asked of me, I would do it so long as it did not harm my family or go against my moral beliefs.

What you would never do for your country.

Eat rat innards? (kidding) I would not do something illegal to further a cause that I felt was important for the well-being of the country. Beyond that, I'm not sure.

If drafted to the armed military would you go? or run away.

I have considered joining the military at times, but have decided against it because I would not want to leave my children for a year or more at a time. I am the one constant in their lives, and I wouldn't willingly take that away.

If I were drafted, I would go and serve to the best of my ability.

Please state your politicsal leaning, does not matter what party, just the direction you lean.

Liberal.

State your age and gender please.

26, Female

Congrats, Little Whip! That's awesome news! I'm so happy for you and Simon! Yay!

Reply By: ManopeacePosted: Monday, June 06, 2005Just state how you see it, what you would do for your country.anything to make it greater.What you would never do for your country.spyIf drafted to the armed military would you go? or run away.have served... never ranPlease state your politicsal leaning, does not matter what party, just the direction you lean.quite left... but not looney lupeyState your age and gender please.61-maleyou are assuming that everyone is American... as you know I'm not.

good stuff mano. thank you

Reply By: ChakgogkaPosted: Monday, June 06, 2005what you would do for your countryMove out. It's already over-crowded, and I have better opportunities elsewhere.What you would never do for your country.Live there.If drafted to the armed military would you go?Won't happen. (They don't take amateurs).Please state your political leaningMilitantly moderate. Unbudgingly on the fence.State your age and gender please42, MaleLooking forward to your thoughtful article. Take care.

not quite answeres that I was expecting, but since there is no right or wrong here.. thanx for answereing

Reply By: latour999Posted: Monday, June 06, 2005Just state how you see it, what you would do for your country.Almost anything to attain social justice within my country (public service, activism, etc.).What you would never do for your country.I don't know if I can kill for my country.If drafted to the armed military would you go? or run away.Neither. I would stay in my country and refuse to join the military, and probably protest the war (unless it is legitemately self defence on Canadian soil, but the odds of that are very low).Please state your politicsal leaning, does not matter what party, just the direction you lean.Democratic socialist, with far left and libertarian social policies. Left wing of the NDP.State your age and gender please.17, Male

the only suprise about this is your age, you write and have a thought process of a much more mature person, thank you

Reply By: Dr. GuyPosted: Monday, June 06, 2005Just state how you see it, what you would do for your country.What it asked of me, even if I do not agree with it, as long as it does not go against my faith, and the laws of the land.What you would never do for your country.Break the laws of the country.If drafted to the armed military would you go? or run away.Go. I did register, just was never called.Please state your politicsal leaning, does not matter what party, just the direction you lean.ConservativeState your age and gender please.Old enough and male.

thanx doc.... I really think I could have written your answer... lol

Reply By: MythicalMinoPosted: Monday, June 06, 2005"Just state how you see it, what you would do for your country."- Whatever was asked, as long as it did not go against my personal faith... "...ask not what your country can do for you; ask what you can do for your country.""What you would never do for your country."- Interesting question....but I would never deny Jesus Christ as my Lord and Saviour."If drafted to the armed military would you go? or run away."- Would go....I have already served in the military"Please state your politicsal leaning, does not matter what party, just the direction you lean."- conservative (coming from a liberal family)"State your age and gender please."- 30 and male

thank you for the input mino....

Reply By: Gideon MacLeishPosted: Monday, June 06, 2005Just state how you see it, what you would do for your country. I see patriotism as standing firm for the liberties of myself and others, even and especially when their values differ from my own, as long as their values aren't reliant on using force against others to conform to their beliefs. I would die for the country and the values that the Constitution was meant to represent.What you would never do for your country.I would never kill for my country.If drafted to the armed military would you go? or run away.I would not go, but I would not run away. I believe the draft to be wrong, and would gladly sit in jail for the time prescribed to support my beliefs. It is the duty of one who chooses civil disobedience to be ready and willing to accept the consequence of such obedience. I believe those who run to be cowards.Please state your politicsal leaning, does not matter what party, just the direction you lean.Well, according to "The World's Smallest Political Quiz", I'm more Libertarian than Ayn Rand...lolState your age and gender please.35/m (this sounds suspiciously like a chat room "a/s/l?" check...bad form...lol)

from extensive reading of your articles I could have predicted most your answeres, thank you gid.

Reply By: Texas WahinePosted: Monday, June 06, 2005Just state how you see it, what you would do for your country.Abide by the laws, pay taxes, basically do what is required of me as a citizen to help keep the country running smoothly and a safely. I would also speak out and put appropriate actions behind those words when I felt that there was a problem in the country that needed to be addressed. If more was asked of me, I would do it so long as it did not harm my family or go against my moral beliefs.What you would never do for your country.Eat rat innards? (kidding) I would not do something illegal to further a cause that I felt was important for the well-being of the country. Beyond that, I'm not sure.If drafted to the armed military would you go? or run away.I have considered joining the military at times, but have decided against it because I would not want to leave my children for a year or more at a time. I am the one constant in their lives, and I wouldn't willingly take that away.If I were drafted, I would go and serve to the best of my ability.Please state your politicsal leaning, does not matter what party, just the direction you lean.Liberal.State your age and gender please.

no real suprises here tex, I have always known you are a dyed in the wool patriot, even if you are a "liberal" heh heh heh

Reply By: little_whipPosted: Monday, June 06, 2005Simon and I had an appointment with INS this morning for his permanent residency hearing, (which opens the door to His citizenship in 3 years.)He got it, finally!Patriotism is breaking down in tears of relief while listening to "Proud to be an American" after we got home... because I no longer have to worry about leaving the land I love in order to remain with my Husband.I would have done it, (left here) but it would have utterly broken my heart to do so.Would I serve? I'll let a line from that song answer..."And I'd gladly stand up next to you and defend her still today...For there aint no doubt I love this land...God Bless the USA."(Lee Greenwood, Proud to be an American)

this is such good news I am doing the happy dance for you and simon.

Reply By: Texas WahinePosted: Monday, June 06, 2005Congrats, Little Whip! That's awesome news! I'm so happy for you and Simon! Yay!

amen!!! wanna do happy dance with me tex?

the only suprise about this is your age, you write and have a thought process of a much more mature person, thank you

Thanks for your kind comments.

Just state how you see it, what you would do for your country.

anything to make it better

What you would never do for your country

kill innocents

If drafted to the armed military would you go? or run away.

go to protect my freedom. only if i had to.

Please state your politicsal leaning, does not matter what party, just the direction you lean.

a little left. i try to be fair and middle of the road

state your age and gender please

16/male

State your age and gender please.

State your age and gender please.

State your age and gender please.

Just state how you see it, what you would do for your country.

Not much. I don't think America needs to get even more screwed up than it already is.

What you would never do for your country.

Invade someplace for no apparent or good reason{s}.

If drafted to the armed military would you go? or run away.

Probably not. A) I can't really fight and I have yet to agree with most of our most recent wars.

Please state your politicsal leaning, does not matter what party, just the direction you lean.

I'm a lefty, bordering on radical.

State your age and gender please

Female, 14

Cheers, Pads.

Just state how you see it, what you would do for your country.

Interesting question. I can't imagine a circumstance where my life or death would ever threaten or save Australia, so I don't think I'd die for it. But I'll pay taxes, give to charity and try not to harm anyone. I'd also have a sense of humour, because that lies at the heart of being Australian.

What would you never do for your country?

Enter politics or performance art.

If drafted to the armed military would you go? or run away.

I think it's highly unlikely, but I would avoid the draft by working for whichever home department needs translators. It's a waste of my time and skills (whatever they are) to go and get slaughtered to hold a patch of desert, some godforsaken village or a hill. Leave warfare to the professionals I reckon.

Please state your politicsal leaning, does not matter what party, just the direction you lean.

Conservative (in the preserving Australia's traditional way of life way, not in the super-liberal version that seems to be the go these days), with a touch of welfare liberalism.

State your age and gender please

21, male

Simon and I had an appointment with INS this morning for his permanent residency hearing, (which opens the door to His citizenship in 3 years.) He got it, finally!

So you going to blog on it?

#21 by gothcartman Tuesday, June 07, 2005

wow 16 and so grounded, I am impressed, thank you for responding

#22 by DiseasedHumanity Tuesday, June 07, 2005

you are pretty angry at your country for one so young.