Patriotism: A Link to American Hatred.
While the attacks themselves are a focal point for many scholars, I will focus not on the attacks, but rather I will ask questions as to why the attacks happened and why it hurt so much to see others smile happily at the sight of our pain. Americans are shocked to see that others would ever wish us pain. Much of this is taught to us at an early age, that everyone wants to be American and that the "American Dream" is the only way to live a full and happy life. .
What role does the media play in continuing this naiveté of American society and how does the media in other countries account for our pain? How does our super power mentality play in this picture and why do many citizens of the world feel ill will towards Americans? I will address these questions by reviewing foreign newscasts and magazine articles, interviewing international politics experts, and finally interviewing an expert in American foreign policy. As citizens in a democracy we deserve the truth. The truth about how our government treats citizens of other countries and other accounts of how bad U.S. Foreign Policy creates negative feelings towards American citizens themselves. .
To understand how the American media plays into a bigger picture of the foreign media it is important to understand how they both operate. In The Politics of Illusions by Lance Bennett he writes about notable media differences. Lance writes: .
A fascinating example of how these work routines affect news content was discovered by Timothy Cook in a study of Gulf crisis coverage in the United States and France. Immediately following the Iraqi invasion of Kuwait, television networks assigned their reporters to get reactions from key sources. American newscasts flipped through the "golden triangle" of Washington news beats: the White House, State Department, and Pentagon. Since the invasion had just occurred, there was no official reaction to be had.
Patriotism: An Extended Definition What is the driving force that supplies men and women the courage to step into bloody battlefields? What are the tears in the eyes of American people as they watch their nations flag fly on top of the rubble that once provided the World Trade Center? Where d...
No matter where one looks there is some sign of patriotism. ... These different expressions of patriotism and the rise of patriotism have had many effects on the United States. ... Hence, there are many different acts of patriotism. For starters, patriotism is seen all across the country. ... In conclusion, American patriotism is back. ...
We know that we witnessed both heroism and Patriotism it on Sept. 11. ... Patriotism is having another effect on the nation. ... Our patriotism, as we are all learning, can be misguided and exploited. ... (NY times online) Finally, we have good old consumer patriotism. ... Patriotism needs to be taken with a dose of common sense and intelligence. ...
"Patriotism" Yukio Mishima could not have chosen a better title for his story, "Patriotism." Mishimas characters demonstrate his idea of patriotism. ... Death becomes the ultimate test of patriotism. ... This is a story of patriotism and a love story. ... Throughout "Patriotism" Shinji is rarely named. ...
However, that war has proved to me how lucky we are to have our freedom and patriotism. Patriotism is another very important quality to have for your country. ... Patriotism is the pride, loyalty, and respect we have for our country. ... Patriotism is what holds all Americans together. ... I believe our patriotism has grown enormously since the attacks of 9-11. ...
Patriotism Most people around the world are patriotic of their country. ... Americans too feel the same patriotism. ... However, because of the American dream's staying-power through the centuries, it can be assumed that the American dream is a twisted form of patriotism. ... Because free speech is the benchmark of American freedom, it also evokes feelings of patriotism. ... Of all places, it offers the most reasons for the feelings of patriotism that it evokes because no other country gives the people so much. ...
Patriotism is the love or devotion to one's country. ... Exhibiting patriotism can be quite simple. ... When embracing patriotism, one does not have to take such brutal tactics as war. ... Obviously showing patriotism is not too difficult and dangerous for one to accomplish. ... In conclusion, patriotism is very easy to embrace. ...
Patriotism. ... The story, Patriotism, plays with the different meanings of patriotism. ... Both, Shinji and Reiko, showed patriotism. Shinji's patriotism was to his country, his friends and his wife. And Reiko's patriotism to her husband. ...
Patriotism was shown more after that horrifying day of September 11, 2001, because of the tragedy our nation has grown closer together. ... Patriotism is important to me because to have a good country you need to love your country and people must stick together. ... Saying the Pledge and National Anthem proudly during public functions is showing your patriotism. ... To me patriotism means love and loyalty to our nation. When I am showing my Patriotism I can always say, "I am proud to live in a beautiful country and to be an American!...
