Patriotism includes an attitude of being proud of the achievements and culture of the motherland; Strongly hope to preserve the characteristics and cultural foundation of the motherland; A sense of identity with other compatriots in the motherland. "Patriotism" is closely related to "nationalism" and is usually used as a synonym. Strictly speaking, nationalism is an ideology, and it often preaches that patriotism is a necessary and appropriate attitude. Nationalist political movements and patriotic expressions may deny other people's "motherland", although this is not necessary. )
Patriotism implies a layer of moral norms: as far as it is concerned, it implies that "the motherland" (whatever its definition) is a moral standard or value. The famous saying "My country is not always right" is the extreme of this belief (this famous saying may come from a misquote of American naval officer Stephen Decatur or civil war general Carl Schurz). In addition, patriotism also means that individuals should put national interests above those of individuals and groups. In wartime, this kind of sacrifice will extend to giving one's own life. Fighting and dying for the motherland is a sign of patriotism.
Thoughts and feelings of loyalty and love for the motherland formed in history. It is manifested in national self-esteem and self-confidence, as well as the spirit of dedication to defending the motherland and striving for its independence and prosperity. It is not only embodied in various ideologies such as politics, law, morality, art, religion and the whole superstructure, but also permeates all aspects of social life and becomes an important factor affecting the fate of the nation and the country. With the development and change of social and economic living conditions, different historical periods and different classes have different specific contents. Patriotism requires people to turn their love for the motherland into their own actions and work hard for the interests of the motherland and the people; Adhere to national equality and unity, and oppose national inferiority and blind national superiority; Associated with internationalism, he is both a patriot and a staunch internationalist. Patriotism is the glorious tradition and lofty virtue of the Chinese nation, and it is also the political and moral basis for the great unity of all ethnic groups in China. In the history of thousands of years, the Chinese nation has formed a great national spirit of unity, peace-loving, hard-working and brave, and self-improvement with patriotism as the core. This is the emotional bond and spiritual pillar on which our nation depends for survival and development. Adhering to the national spirit with patriotism as the core is one of the basic contents of the socialist core value system. At this stage, the most basic, essential and important manifestation of patriotism is to spare no effort to consolidate the broadest patriotic United front and make its own contribution to safeguarding the reunification of the motherland, strengthening national unity, building a harmonious society and realizing the great rejuvenation of the Chinese nation.