"The original
American patriots were those individuals brave enough to resist with
force the oppressive power of King George. I accept the definition of
patriotism as that effort to resist oppressive state power. The true
patriot is motivated by a sense of responsibility, and out of self
interest -- for himself, his family, and the future of his country --
to resist government abuse of power. He rejects the notion that
patriotism means obedience to the state." - Ron Paul
