Today, being part of Generation Z consists of technology, social media and living through innovations, however we often forget to acknowledge the gratitude for entitlements we have obtained. In the minds of many Americans, the assumption is made that owning a house, receiving an education, and voicing one’s opinion are liberties granted to society. Unfortunately, there are numerous people around the world that do not have the liberty of relishing these freedoms. As a conscious citizen of the United States, I am wary and appreciative towards my country for allowing me to work towards my ambitions moreover giving me an efficacious future I can work towards.
America’s population goes overboard boasting, and almost competing on how patriotic they are, yet if they were to be questioned about the meaning of patriotism, few would know how to give an accurate and concise answer. It is very common in our culture to celebrate events and holidays, without truly understanding what their meaning is, and when it comes to patriotism, it is the exact same case. The meaning of patriotism goes way beyond having an American flag tattooed on your skin. It is understanding and being informed of our country’s history; moreover, acknowledging the
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I consider myself patriotic, not because I have the freedom of owning guns, but because I would use that freedom to defend my country’s sovereignty if it was needed. Patriotism is being dedicated and contributing to the progress of one’s country, and being proud of the pillars it was built on. With so much recent controversy about what patriotism and being American is about, it is essential that people understand the meaning of patriotism, before they go out and put down other races just to prove how patriotic they