True patriotism, it seems to me, is based on tolerance and a large measure of humility.

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"My definition of a free society is a society where it is safe to be unpopular."

- Adlai Stevenson

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"Patriotism is not short, frenzied outburts of emotion, but the tranquil and steady dedication of a lifetime."

- Adlai Stevenson

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"America is much more than a geographical fact. It is a political and moral fact – the first community in which men set out in principle to institutionalize freedom, responsible government, and human equality."

- Adlai Stevenson

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"“Patriotism is not short, frenzied outbursts of emotion but the tranquil and steady dedication of a lifetime.”"

- Adlai Stevenson

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"Patriotism is not short, frenzied outbursts of emotion but the tranquil and steady dedication of a lifetime."

- Adlai Stevenson

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"Beauty is a gentle and loving heart."

- Beauty and the Beast

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"There is no greater beauty than kindness and compassion."

- Beauty and the Beast

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"Selflessness is the most beautiful trait one can possess."

- Beauty and the Beast

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"A kind heart can bring light to the darkest of places."

- Beauty and the Beast

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"In helping others, we shall help ourselves, for whatever good we give out completes the circle and comes back to us."

- Flora Edwards

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