Patriotism is Progressive

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WATCH THE TRUE PATRIOT MOVIE

Eric Liu and Nick Hanauer discuss their book, The True Patriot, and the progressive movement surrounding it.

Welcome to The True Patriot Network

At The True Patriot Network, our contention is that when you unpack true American patriotism — the idea of country before self — what you discover is a moral framework that goes back to this nation's founding, and that is inherently progressive. Living by such principles as service, stewardship, tolerance, and equality of opportunity, true patriots show that devotion to this nation means working to help America reach its exceptional potential and promise.

Whatever your party, faction, or faith, we hope you will agree that we owe our country and the next generation a more purposeful politics. We invite you to read our book, The True Patriot, and continue the discussion.

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In an effort to inspire thought and conversation across America, The True Patriot Network has run a series of ads in politically focused periodicals that lean both left and right. To see an ad, click a thumbnail above.

 

Income Inequality

One of our projects is to develop compelling ways to speak to the American public about the income inequality crisis in our country. We are working with activists, academics, average citizens and invite you to join us.

Learn more:

Read what fellow voters are saying:

The Disappearing Middle Class

Join the conversation on our Facebook page:

The Inequality Initiative

Prize Winners

Join us in celebrating creative works inspired by true patriotism:

Paige Edmiston was awarded our $25,000 scholarship for her essay on true patriotism.

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Doug Nellis won our $2,000 prize for his "Make a Real Difference" poster designs.  

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Audiobook Is Here!

Now you can listen to authors Nick Hanauer and Eric Liu read The True Patriot. This audio recording is a new way to discover and explore the core American values that define true patriotism. Listen now.

Quick Poll

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Technology and Politics

Have recent developments in communication technology (such as social networking software) helped to improve the quality of politics in America?
Yes. Citizens are better informed.
Yes. People feel more engaged and involved.
No. People have access to better information but few make use of it.
No. Misinformation and useless information simply travel faster now.

Praise for The True Patriot

"In a time when the word “patriotism” has been distorted to mean “an unquestioning support of our government,” Liu and Hanauer have reclaimed patriotism to mean a love for America’s founding principles of freedom, dignity, and equality for all. Theirs is an inspiring vision of true patriotism which is embodied in our Bill of Rights."
ANTHONY ROMERO, Executive Director, American Civil Liberties Union