True patriots all; for be it understood We left our country for our country's good.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Patriots may leave their country if they believe it benefits the nation.
- In plain terms
- Patriots might emigrate for the country's good.
- What can you take from it?
- Consider the national impact of personal decisions.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- When is leaving justified for the greater good?
- Who decides what is best for the country?
Another view
Leaving can also be seen as abandoning responsibility.
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