Here's the definition of a "patriot":

http://www.dictionary.com/browse/patriot


"...a person who loves, supports, and defends his or her country and its interests with devotion...."

"...a person who regards himself or herself as a defender, especially of individual rights, against presumed interference by the federal government...."

I'd argue taking a knee against racism (human rights), risking your job and your money because a President tells you you should be punished for doing so (which is subversion, btw), is closer to a patriot than simply standing and hiding in the crowd.


I think you're confusing nationalism with patriotism.