Expatriate Patriotism

I’m breaking into this 24/7 coverage of the Palin meltdown (god bless her I say) to observe that today is Independence Day.  While I’ve been told that “It is impossible to be a true patriot and be a liberal at the same time”, I actually do like my country a bit.  What’s not to like?  We even let Canadians in to live amongst us on occasion.  We’re that open-minded and warm-hearted.  I am hosting a traditional 4th BBQ here on the grounds of my stately English manor, fly the flag a bit, and after some beer and food, will grab my firearm and go hunt redcoats . . .