Patriotism : (56) " The Pledge of Allegiance is an important expression of our shared values, and it should be preserved in its current form. I fully support the Pledge of Allegiance and urge my colleagues to do the same. " - Judy Biggert " It’s hard to put into words, really, how proud I am and great it is to represent Wales because, in cycling, it’s a little-known country, so it’s nice to put it on the map. " - Geraint Thomas " When the Founding Fathers arrived here in Philadelphia to forge a new nation, they didn’t come as Democrats or Republicans or to nominate a presidential candidate. They came as patriots who feared party politics. " - Michael Bloomberg " I’m surprised that we’ve gotten to a point where we don’t put our country first and put our party first. " - Jon Huntsman, Jr. " I love Canadians. They are the coolest, nicest, most patriotic people, and they will support their countrymen no matter what, and I think that’s commendable. " - Ronda Rousey " I’m happy being Canadian and I’m proud of where I come from. So I’ll keep my passport. " - Autumn Phillips " Being able to win gold would be huge because you’re playing for so much more than your team, your organization, or your city. You’re playing for your country, and to be able to represent Team U.S.A. across your chest and go up there and compete, it’s the highest honor. " - Harrison Barnes " I love representing the US. I just love it. " - Sofia Kenin " I just like the United States, and I like being an American. " - Bobby Knight " Patriotism is a kind of religion; it is the egg from which wars are hatched. " - Guy de Maupassant