One may dislike Hitler's system and yet admire his patriotic achievement. If our country were defeated, I hope we should find a champion as indomitable to restore our courage and lead us back to our place among the nations.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- The speaker suggests even those who dislike the system may admire the patriotism and hope for a similar leader.
- In plain terms
- You can dislike the government but respect the leader's love for country and hope for one like him.
- What can you take from it?
- Patriotism can be admired even when the political system is disliked.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- Can you respect a leader's love for country but not their actions?
- What makes a good champion?
Another view
Admiring a leader for patriotism can distract from harmful policies they enacted.
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