"Patriotism varies, from a noble devotion to a moral lunacy."
~ William Ralph (Dean) Inge

"To me a real patriot is like a real friend. Who's your real friend? It's the person who tells you the truth. That's who my real friends are. So, you know, I think as far as our country goes, we need more people who will do that."
~ Bill Maher, The San Francisco Chronicle (19 February 2003). 'Time' right for Maher comeback

"Law and Order is like patriotism -- anyone who comes on strong about patriotism has got something to hide; it never fails. They always turn out to be a crook or an asshole or a traitor or something."
~ William H. (Bill) Mauldin