I interpreted the commenter as referring to the gaudy display of symbols of patriotism as fashion, not to the idea of patriotism itself. For another take on th

I interpreted the commenter as referring to the gaudy display of symbols of patriotism as fashion, not to the idea of patriotism itself. For another take on the danger of loving one’s country, see the Irish tune “The Patriot Game” by Brenden Behan (especially as performed by the Clancy Brothers).