Republicans are proud to be American, no matter which party is in charge — but Democrats are sunshine patriots who only take pride in this country when their party and policies are leading the way.
That’s what the Gallup Poll found this week in its annual survey on patriotism.
Only 36% of Democrats say they feel pride in America, fewer than ever before.
It’s sad, but no surprise: Whenever the political mood turns against them, Democrats announce big plans to flee the country, give up their citizenship and go make their home in some far-flung locale.
Patriots can’t even imagine abandoning these United States.
Republicans’ pride, at 92% this year, has held relatively steady, Gallup found.
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