But for a country that tightly cites patriotism as one of its core values, the U.S. is taking a pass on what might be the most patriotic struggle of all.

但对于一个强调将爱国主义作为其核心价值观之一的国家来说，美国却忽视了一场可能最能体现爱国主义的斗争。

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I know this might be irritate to those patriotic youngsters like you, but I just speak out the truth.

对！你说的有一些道理，从整体上来看，美国的大部分人可能不是很了解中国的现状。

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Joe Biden, said rich Americans should be patriotic and pay more taxes.

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It's time to be patriotic, Kate.

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Others wonder whether the CEO may be letting patriotic feelings cloud commercial sense with his interest in San Miguel.

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