Examples Of Nationalism In Ponyville

Individuals often don't speak of My Little Pony and Nationalism in the same conversation. Rather they bring up that when the spirit of nationalism is adopted in countries, it always leads to the same thing; bloodshed and war. The author states how nationalism, even with good intentions, bends human action to a harmful and stressful way of being. The quote neglects the example of a utopian society such as Ponyville, which has nationalism very present. The author gives into the idea that all nationalism leads to violence, ignoring the examples of successful and peaceful societies. In Ponyville, nationalism allows ponies to be proud and happy with where they live. To be a part of a pure utopian society, an individual must not neglect nationalism

She shows fear and no interest in sharing beliefs or even a relationship with her close-knit community. This leaves the pony isolated and quite lonely without any connection. Twilight finds the nationalism in her society stupid and below her, crossing it out completely, quite like the speaker of the quote above. Like Twilight Sparkle, during the same episodes, Princess Luna also rejects nationalism. Luna blocks out nationalism because she feels othered in her own community. This creates her alter-individualist-ego Nightmare Moon. Nightmare Moon wants to destroy the community's pride and togetherness by creating an eternal night. Twilight Sparkle as the main character was forced into heroism with five other ponies from the community. These ponies seem more content and prideful of living in their community. Like Nightmare Moon, Twilight Sparkle now feels othered in the group of nationalist

Nonetheless, elements of the positive nationalism that are in My Little Pony also exist in the pride countries take in their winnings and successes. Many Canadians show a sense of nationalism when talking about free healthcare, being a part of a collective belief that free healthcare can only benefit oneself and the country. Free national healthcare is a place where collective belonging is fulfilled and takes the responsibility off the individual to meet payment for their physical well-being otherwise. Canada also takes pride in its natural resources, using this to support the country’s profit, while also still preserving it for the people's enjoyment. With all of Canada appreciating and showing strength in nature no matter one's solidarity, creates a shared common value. When a nation directs concern and pride into a belief there is more success and greatness that comes from it. Nationalism when diverse but together, can lead to a group of people that are powerful and can achieve great harmony, in the world of Ponyville and real