Development without Human Rights

The word patriotism comes from a Greek word meaning fatherland. For most of history, love of fatherland or motherland was an attachment to the physical features of the land. But that notion changed in the eighteenth century, when the ideals of democracy, socialism, and communism strongly emerged into political thought. Patriotism was still a love of one's country that included connections to the land and people, but then also included its customs and traditions, pride in its history, and devotion to its welfare. A true patriot speaks out when convinced that their country is following an unwise or unjust action.