I disagree with nationalism and I think it’s beside the point, which is why I didn’t want to get into it.
Bu, if you insinst:
Nationalism is the belief that the interests of the national state align with your personal interests. I think that belief is wrong (at least in a dapitalist nation). One example in how it is wrong is that it dilutes/negates class antagonisms. E.g.: if you “buy canadian”, you’re actually helping the Canadian bourgeoisie.
Nationalism is also the reason why people believe in killing and/or dying for their nation in a war. I don’t agree with nationalism. Not even a “tiny bit”.
Well sure, buying Canadian helps the Canadian bourgeoisie. But the point is that it sends a message to Trump. We have to buy food from somewhere – so surely it’s better to buy Canadian?
I disagree with nationalism and I think it’s beside the point, which is why I didn’t want to get into it.
Bu, if you insinst: Nationalism is the belief that the interests of the national state align with your personal interests. I think that belief is wrong (at least in a dapitalist nation). One example in how it is wrong is that it dilutes/negates class antagonisms. E.g.: if you “buy canadian”, you’re actually helping the Canadian bourgeoisie.
Nationalism is also the reason why people believe in killing and/or dying for their nation in a war. I don’t agree with nationalism. Not even a “tiny bit”.
Well sure, buying Canadian helps the Canadian bourgeoisie. But the point is that it sends a message to Trump. We have to buy food from somewhere – so surely it’s better to buy Canadian?