What does patriotism mean to you?
Asked at The Merc, 901 Iowa on July 04, 2009
“Being loyal to your country.”
— Doug Hardman, retired, Guadalajara, Mexico
“Love for my country.”
— Michael Wilson, janitor, Manhattan
“You maintain a belief system in your community and your country, and you stand up for what those things are that you believe.”
— Tonya Scheurich, massage therapist, Lawrence
“Having the right to voice your opinions, even when they don’t necessarily agree the government.”
— Mary Beth Woodson, graduate student, Baton Rouge