Some argue that patriotism is the primary cause of wars globally. Others feel that it serves to prevent less ethical politicians from running a country and starting wars. Discuss both views and give your opinion.

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Wars have increased by a great deal recently, primarily because of patriotism.
However
, a politician who is
devouted
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devoted
to his own country will likely be against violence and bloodshed. In
this
essay, I will discuss why I agree with
this
notion and form a conclusion.
Firstly
, the
prevelance
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prevalence
of wars occurring globally may be
due to
a heightened sense of pride and nationalism towards one’s own country. The majority of disputes are a direct result of land being taken away from one locality, or injustice prevailing in one domain.
Therefore
, in order to defend
ones’s
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own region there may be attacks carried out against the invader so that
preservation
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the preservation
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of the nation is
insured
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ensured
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.
Secondly
, often if a sector is being attacked there is a high likelihood of the loss of a
people
and its community. Each society has a unique identity, in terms of culture, history, arts and language. If
this
society is under threat or being questioned,
then
a war will likely break out in order to
presere
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preserve
that territory’s culture, history and
people
.
On the other hand
, having a sense of nationalism towards one’s own country automatically instils a sense of pride and protection.
People
placed in important governmental ranks who
also
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such
thoughts
,
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will ensure that no harm or danger comes to their
people
. They will maintain an ethical approach and
endeavor
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to maintain peace.
Moreover
, they will make sure no acts of violence are carried out in their homeland as
this
will destroy the natural beauty and facilities they love.
Additionally
, they will have
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moral justice
to
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their own
people
and prevent any
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activity against themselves or their citizens. In conclusion, it is advisable that patriotism does have a role to play in terror attacks and violence but is
also
helpful in
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preserving
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a nation.
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Topic Vocabulary:
  • nationalism
  • xenophobia
  • aggressive policies
  • accountability
  • diplomacy
  • national unity
  • ethical political leadership
  • extreme patriotism
  • patriotic sentiment
  • diplomatic solutions
  • internal conflicts
  • external conflicts
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