“Patriotism is best exemplified through auto-critique.”– Henry Louis Gates Related Quotes “Patriotism is an instant reaction that fades away when the war starts.”– Mick Jagger “One, if you attack my integrity, I will defend myself. If you attack my patriotism, I will defend myself. If you come after my family, I will counter-attack viciously, I will destroy you.”– Scott Ritter “I think Hispanic community – the values that resonate in our community are fundamentally conservative. They are faith, family and patriotism. Do you know the rate of military enlistment among Hispanics is higher than any demographic in this country? And they are also hard work and responsibility.”– Ted Cruz