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Mark Twain

Loyalty to the country always. Loyalty to the government when it deserves it.

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Mark Twain is saying that you should always support your nation no matter what, but only support the government if it acts in a way that is fair and trustworthy. This means your allegiance to the government depends on whether it earns your respect through its actions.

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