Lasting patriotism: How to leave a legacy people can be proud of

Patriotism in today's society is a more complex and evolving concept than in the past, because societies are now more interconnected, diverse and globalized. At its core, patriotism still means love, respect and loyalty to one’s nation. But how people express it has shifted tremendously over time. In the past, patriotism often meant unquestioning support for the state, its leaders or national symbols. Patriotism today is, however, less about blind allegiance and more about responsible engagement, inclusivity and striving for the common good of both the nation and the world. Today, many people view true patriotism as holding their country accountable and pushing it to live up to its ideals, universal values and promises such as justice, equality and freedom. In a globalized world, being patriotic doesn’t necessarily mean being isolationist or hostile to other nations. Modern patriotism can include cooperation on global challenges such as climate change, pandemics or existential challenges stemming from artificial intelligence, while still valuing national identity. It is less aboutWeiter zum vollständigen Artikel bei Korea Times Weiter zum vollständigen Artikel bei Korea Times