Some people say patriotism causes problems and is negative overall. Others feel that it is beneficial for society at large. Do the advantages of patriotism outweigh its disadvantages?
In recent years, more and more politicians have been using nationalism to gain popularity. While some
people
argue that nationalism could be advantageous for Use synonyms
society
, I believe that it is harmful Use synonyms
for
citizens as well as other countries.
In terms of advantages, individuals' pride Change the preposition
to
towards
their homeland contributes to the advancement of Change preposition
in
society
positively. Use synonyms
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because
patriotic citizens are more than willing to devote their time and effort to serve the country and they tend Add a missing verb
is because
put
their country's interest before themselves. With Add the particle
to put
such
a mentality, it is much easier for Linking Words
society
to achieve breakthroughs. Use synonyms
For instance
, China was able to achieve scientific breakthroughs and invent their Linking Words
first
atomic bomb because scientists, who were involved, sacrificed two years of their time.
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However
, I argue that the advantage of patriotism should be considered in light of its disadvantages. One of the repercussions is that nationalists turn a blind eye to practical problems and become obsessed with political correctness. Take the example of Linking Words
Covid-19
pandemic, many Americans refused to listen to China's advice to wear a mask to protect themselves because they genuinely felt that China is inferior to America. Correct article usage
the Covid-19
As a result
, the death toll Linking Words
run up
to a million. Add a hyphen
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Furthermore
, nationalism may put other countries at Linking Words
risks
. As Fix the agreement mistake
risk
people
become passionate about their country, they are eager to protect their national Use synonyms
interest
. Fix the agreement mistake
interests
For example
, Russia started a war with Ukraine because it predicted that if Ukraine managed to join North Atlantic Treaty Organisation, it would jeopardise Russia's interest. In the end, the war had taken thousands of lives of Ukraine Linking Words
people
.
In conclusion, while it is true that as more citizens become passionate Use synonyms
towards
their homeland, it will improve their Change preposition
about
society
, I argue that there are far more downsides to Use synonyms
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attitude. Linking Words
This
is because being overly obsessed with their homeland will confuse Linking Words
people
's judgement and pose a threat to others.Use synonyms
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