Classic Poem

We need a new patriotism,
A patriotism of unselfishness,
Of impartial good will;
A patriotism that loves other nations
As we love our own.

We need a far-seeing patriotism
That will look beyond the deeds of today
To the consequences of tomorrow;
A patriotism that can envision universal Commonweal.

We need an all-inclusive patriotism
Of practical unity,
Of co-operation,
Of active brotherhood,
As wide as the world
And as deep as the Kingdom of God.

We need a new patriotism,
A patriotism of unselfishness,
Of impartial good will;
A patriotism that loves other nations
As we love our own.

We need a far-seeing patriotism
That will look beyond the deeds of today
To the consequences of tomorrow;
A patriotism that can envision universal Commonweal.

We need an all-inclusive patriotism
Of practical unity,
Of co-operation,
Of active brotherhood,
As wide as the world
And as deep as the Kingdom of God.