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Originally posted by RobertD
Most Americans have confused Patriotism with Nationalism, though the two are often diametrically opposed. Waving a flag is Nationalism. Dissent is Patriotism. "My country, right or wrong" and "USA: Love it or Leave it" is Nationalism. Pointing out dangerous flaws in government policy is Patriotism. Telling people to "Shut up and get in line with the President" or "If you don't like it, move to France" is the antithesis of Democracy.
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Interesting posts...but does not have anything to do with the fact that the DCI...along with concurring allied intelligence agencies...agreed that Iraq possessed WMD's and WMD programs and this is what he said he told the Administration. Thus...assuming the DCI is not lying...the Administration was not lying but was parroting the information provided to them by the DCI.
By the way the DCI is an appointee of President Clinton.