A recent survey reveals a stark partisan divide in national sentiment: just 50% of self-identified Democrats say they consider themselves patriotic, compared to around 91% of Republicans.
The survey, conducted by a well-established New Jersey research firm, found that patriotism resonates far less with Democrats than with their GOP counterparts. This marks a significant gap in self-described American pride between the two major parties.
Experts suggest the drop among Democrats reflects not just generational shifts but also changing attitudes toward national identity in an era of polarized politics. Younger voters, in particular, are less likely to identify strongly with the term “patriot,” regardless of their party affiliation.
This finding echoes broader trends: other national polls have shown declining pride in being American among Democrats, reinforcing the growing ideological and cultural rift in perceptions of patriotism.
As national pride becomes increasingly viewed through a political lens, these poll results highlight how even fundamental concepts like patriotism are now deeply intertwined with party identity.