Ideas Loving Your Country in the 21st Century (Step Two)
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Jan 30, 2025 
Vic Mills, a Welsh playwright, explores patriotism's roots in his play about Richard Price. Marta Chavez, a stand-up comedian from Nicaragua, shares her unique take on nationalism shaped by her Canadian experiences. David Moskrop, a political commentator, delves into the intricate relationship between patriotism and justice, questioning blind loyalty while reflecting on personal stories from Nicaragua and Canada. Together, they challenge listeners to reconsider what it means to love one's country in a complex global landscape.
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Giant Flag Raising
- In Sherbrooke, Quebec, 140 people braved -20°C weather to celebrate Flag Day.
- They raised the largest Fleur-de-lis flag, singing the patriotic song "Jean du Pays".
Interview with Rouba Ghezal
- Tom Howell, after the flag ceremony, interviewed Rouba Ghezal, co-leader of Québec Solidaire.
- Ghezal, born in Lebanon to Palestinian refugees, discussed her Québécois identity.
Nation-State's Importance
- Ghezal values the nation-state for embodying collective values like solidarity.
- She views it as a way to protect cultural diversity, especially against American hegemony.