"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
About this Quote
This quote by Vic Snyder speaks to the power of patriotism and how it can be utilized to oppress those who reveal views that vary from the majority. Unfortunately, throughout history, patriotism has been utilized as a tool to silence and oppress those who do not adhere to the majority's beliefs. This has actually been seen in the type of censorship, discrimination, and even violence. Patriotism can be an effective force for excellent, however it can likewise be utilized to oppress those who are different or express dissenting viewpoints. It is important to remember that patriotism should be used to unite individuals, not to divide them.
This quote is written / told by Vic Snyder somewhere between September 27, 1947 and today. He/she was a famous Politician from USA.
The author also have 4 other quotes.
"A lawyer without history or literature is a mechanic, a mere working mason; if he possesses some knowledge of these, he may venture to call himself an architect"
"We have our own history, our own language, our own culture. But our destiny is also tied up with the destinies of other people - history has made us all South Africans"
"It is humiliating to remain with our hands folded while others write history. It matters little who wins. To make a people great it is necessary to send them to battle even if you have to kick them in the pants. That is what I shall do"
