Schooling Generations in American Exceptionalism

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Originally Posted by UofMfan

PeralsNLace, Nationalism is when you involve your identity with that of a nation/state, and it emphasizes collective identity.

Ethnocentrism, is the belief that one's ethnic group is centrally important, while at the same time judging other groups.

Exceptionalism, as it relates to this article, is specific to the US, where its citizens believe they occupy a special place in the world. It also refers showing outstanding achievements or displaying superior intelligence, character, strength and extraordinary talent. I see it as a lethal combination of the aforementioned with an added twist.

Perhaps yes, it can be viewed as a new spin. Thanks for adding your comments to the thread.

I do think it is important that we remember we are not the only country who pushes for their own exceptionalism though. We are not exceptionally different in preaching being exceptional.....definitely obnoxious though.