patriot
Example Sentences
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Mr. Hunter writes with the heart of a poet, the erudition of a good critic and the idealism of an old-fashioned patriot.
He called Reiner “a great patriot” with whom he shared a mutual respect despite myriad political disagreements.
From Los Angeles Times
Dr. King was an American patriot who was martyred for trying to bend the arc of the moral universe to justice.
From Salon
Defiant, emotional and life-affirming, the film presents us with endearing patriots who love their country but hate its leaders, sucking us into a riveting tale with a powerful undertow.
From Los Angeles Times
David Huerta is a respected leader, a patriot and an advocate for working people,” Newsom said in a statement at the time.
From Los Angeles Times
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