Living outside the US for any extended time provides insight into its greatest flaws but also its merits.

There are so many valid criticisms of the US - its foreign militarism and domestic repression - but its foundational rights and aspirations remain worthy of celebration.

Love of anything - including a country - isn't expressed by blind obedience, uncritical devotion or mindless adoration.

Critique and dissent are indispensable to progress in any realm, and that's why it's so crucial those be defended.

Happy 4th of July to everyone celebrating.

Glenn Greenwald Nothing wrong with being critical. I voted for Biden, but have been highly critical. You however attack the left for things the right would take away from you today. Majority GOP legislatures are attacking same sex marriage around the country, but you're blinded by your anger.