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S. is indeed a nation and a nation with conflicting goals and ideals for many. It is interesting that Heywood notes that in nations, there is a growing trend against nationalism and socialism toward religious fundamentalism. This is very clear in the Middle East, but it also seems to be taking place in the U.S. Just last week the national news reported there are a group of disgruntled Republicans who do not like the way the party is becoming more "liberal," and want to form a third, ultra-conservative, Christian Republican party. This seems to fly in the face of the Constitution, which clearly separates church and state, but it also seems to be a natural progression in nationalism as Heywood sees it.

Thus, the United States is indeed a nation; it fits the definition of several forms of nationalism that Heywood discusses. Just like states, I believe a nation has to be a blend of several different ideals and nationalistic tendencies - there...

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The U.S. fits this model. It is a nation, with all the problems and positives that entails for the people, and for other world nations. That can be seen in how the world views us after the invasion of Iraq. Many see us as an Expansionist nation bent on bringing democracy to every corner of the globe, whether they want it or not. Others see us as a highly successful, industrialized nation that is more concerned with out own problems than the problems facing many other world powers. It all depends on the nation and how they interact with others. To our allies, we are powerful and supportive, but to many others, we seem like aggressive bullies. This is a result of the blend of nationalism and ideals in our government and in our people. We all want to be recognized for who we are, and we no longer have much of the national pride and beliefs that lead to cultural community beliefs and ideals.

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