The problem with current calls for progressive or even leftist nationalism is NOT the nationalism but that they are without content. Flag waving & statue building alone doesn't win points. The right's nationalism, by contrast, has content (xenophobia).
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Replying to @HeerJeet
You don't think declarations that "our strength is diversity" or that "we're a nation of immigrants" qualify as appeals to patriotism?
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Replying to @MichaelMcGough3
Yes they do and they have some appeal. They can be built on.
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