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What does it really mean to love your country?

On The Drew Mariani Show, Drew Mariani and Dr. Matthew Bunson explored the difference between authentic patriotism and the misconceptions that often surround it. As America prepares to mark 250 years of independence, they reflected on a virtue that is becoming increasingly misunderstood.

Dr. Bunson explained that patriotism is not about ignoring a nation's failures or pretending history is flawless. Every country has shortcomings, and the United States is no exception. True patriotism, however, is rooted in gratitude for the good while remaining committed to pursuing what is right.

The conversation also examined the foundations of the American experiment. Dr. Bunson pointed to the Declaration of Independence's affirmation that our rights are "endowed by our Creator," noting that the nation's founders understood human dignity as something given by God, not by government.

Drew reminded listeners that the Catholic Church has long recognized love of country as part of the Fourth Commandment. Patriotism, then, is not merely an emotional attachment or a celebration reserved for the Fourth of July. It is a virtue that calls citizens to seek the common good, respect just laws, and work to strengthen their communities.

Loving your country doesn't require believing it is perfect. It means caring enough to preserve what is good, address what is broken, and help future generations inherit a nation worthy of their sacrifice.

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What does it really mean to love your country?
On The Drew Mariani Show, Drew Mariani and Dr. Matthew Bunson explored the difference between authentic patriotism and the misconceptions that often surround it. As America prepares to mark 250 years of independence, they reflected on a virtue that is becoming increasingly misunderstood.
Dr. Bunson explained that patriotism is not about ignoring a nation's failures or pretending history is flawless. Every country has shortcomings, and the United States is no exception. True patriotism, however, is rooted in gratitude for the good while remaining committed to pursuing what is right.
The conversation also examined the foundations of the American experiment. Dr. Bunson pointed to the Declaration of Independence's affirmation that our rights are "endowed by our Creator," noting that the nation's founders understood human dignity as something given by God, not by government.
Drew reminded listeners that the Catholic Church has long recognized love of country as part of the Fourth Commandment. Patriotism, then, is not merely an emotional attachment or a celebration reserved for the Fourth of July. It is a virtue that calls citizens to seek the common good, respect just laws, and work to strengthen their communities.
Loving your country doesn't require believing it is perfect. It means caring enough to preserve what is good, address what is broken, and help future generations inherit a nation worthy of their sacrifice.
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