For everyone here and everyone watching, I want you to proudly claim your patriotism, said Representative Elissa Slotkin of Michigan. You are here because you love your country. Do not give an inch to pretenders who wrap themselves in the flag but spit in the face of freedoms it represents. This rallying cry encapsulated the Democrats' concerted efforts to reclaim the narrative surrounding patriotism, which Republicans have traditionally weaponized against them.
It was a final night of the Democratic National Convention, a choreographed display that offered powerful evidence of the party's intention to appropriate what has been a defining symbol of Republican campaigns since Richard M. Nixon won the White House in the midst of the Vietnam War in 1968: patriotism and love of country. The presence of pop culture and sports icons showcased the Democrats' attempt to connect with an American identity that resonates with many.
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