When a majority of people no longer love or respect their country, the consequences can be both social and political, often leading to instability, weakened institutions, and long-term decline.

1. Erosion of National Identity and Unity Patriotism has historically been a unifying force, but when it declines, national identity can fragment. Gallup data show that national pride is dropping sharply, especially among Democrats and Gen Z, with only about 36% of Democrats now “extremely” or “very” proud to be American

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This erosion can make it harder to rally around shar ...