Flag Day’s civic ritual: what ancient Athens can teach us about patriotism

It’s Flag Day.

The observance prompts pushback from some about the value of patriotism, particularly among the young.

As America approaches its 250th birthday, a recent poll found that only 56% of Americans ages 18 to 34 consider themselves patriotic.

Is patriotism necessary?

Is it naive?

Or is it even dangerous, either because the sentiment […] ...