Do you believe in the concept of nationhood?

I think it serves a purpose as a way of organising societies, but it’s taken way too seriously by a lot of people. A friend of mine used to call it “tribalism” and I think she was right to some extent.

I believe in it, for the reason of building community, awareness and tolerance of eachother by means of a common bond. That being said each of us should be free to embrace our heritage and cultural views. Nobody should be forced to do either though.

I guess the term “nationhood” is way too close to “nationalism” for me to be comfortable. I believe America is great, but it has nothing to do with its “nationhood,” but rather its unique concept of freedom and liberty. Take that away, and America means nothing to me.

If you mean nationalism…it can work for some. I think it’s essential for third world countries to get behind the idea

it may even be needed her. If we start thinking that the future of our country depends on us all getting together to achieve a goal that’s mutually worthwhile…then we can put it under any umbrella we want…as long as it works