I am delighted with the strong vote I have received. My message of positive leadership, patriotism and commitment clearly was resonating with tens of thousands of ordinary Irish people. – Michael D. Higgins
Patience and perseverance have a magical effect before which difficulties disappear and obstacles vanish. – John Quincy Adams
I have seen many storms in my life. Most storms have caught me by surprise, so I had to learn very quickly to look further and understand that I am not capable of controlling the weather, to exercise the art of patience and to respect the fury of nature. – Paulo Coelho
The higher American patriotism, on the other hand, combines loyalty to historical tradition and precedent with the imaginative projection of an ideal national Promise. – Herbert Croly
The history of American patriotism is figuring out ways that we can work together to move forward and knit together the common government. – Taylor Branch
The loving parts of your personality have no trouble loving. That is all they do. You experience the loving parts of as gratitude, appreciation, caring, patience, contentment and awe of life. – Gary Zukav
I believe that a trusting attitude and a patient attitude go hand in hand. You see, when you let go and learn to trust God, it releases joy in your life. And when you trust God, you’re able to be more patient. Patience is not just about waiting for something… it’s about how you wait, or your attitude while waiting. – Joyce Meyer
A real patriot is the fellow who gets a parking ticket and rejoices that the system works. – Bill Vaughan
To me, it seems a dreadful indignity to have a soul controlled by geography. – George Santayana
My films are always concerned with family, friendship, honor, and patriotism. – John Woo
I realize that patriotism is not enough. I must have no hatred or bitterness towards anyone. – Edith Cavell
America is the spirit of human exploration distilled. – Elon Musk
Patriotism in America, as I understand it, is a matter of suffering, when the country fails to live up to its promises, or actively betrays them. – Greil Marcus
This year, as we celebrate the 230th anniversary of America’s independence, please remember the symbols that are sacred to this country. Fly Old Glory high and show your respect and admiration for this great nation and the values we hold dear. – Kenny Marchant
There are others who aim at popularity under the disguise of patriotism. – Jonathan Mayhew