I think Michael Moore is loathsome, though, not because he dislikes Bush, but because he seems to dislike America.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Carlson dislikes Moore not for opposing Bush but for seeming to dislike America itself.
- In plain terms
- Carlson thinks Moore hates America more than he hates Bush.
- What can you take from it?
- Patriotism affects how criticism is received.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- Can you criticize your country lovingly?
Another view
Patriotism should not limit legitimate critique.
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