People shouldn't feel proud of where they were born. They should work to feel proud of the government they have. If your country is decent and just, addresses

People shouldn't feel proud of where they were born. They should work to feel proud of the government they have. If your country is decent and just, addresses the needs of the poor and sick, welcomes people of different cultures, etc., and especially if you play an active role in improving your government, there's reason to be proud. If you vote "no taxes," don't volunteer, don't donate, and wave a flag, then you suck.