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What is patriotism in 2026?
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- Connections Podcast
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- Jul 15, 2026
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- 3077
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Summary
What does American patriotism look like in 2026? According to a recent Gallup poll, patriotism hit a 25-year record low this year, with one-third of respondents saying they have extreme pride in their national identity. What does it mean to be a patriot? Are Americans are living up to the country's ideals 250 years since its founding? Our guests explore these questions and more. In studio: Mark Assini, retired, former Gates town supervisor, and former Monroe County legislator Eve Elzenga, Rochester resident, humanist, and life-long activist Adrian Hale, New York State Regent, civic leader, and U.S. Marine and combat veteran Nate Salzman, member of Brighton Town Council and Democratic nominee for Brighton town supervisor --- Connections is supported by listeners like you. Head to our donation page to become a WXXI member today, support the show, and help us close the gap created by the rescission of federal funding. --- Connections airs every weekday from noon-2 p.m. Join the conversation with questions or comments by phone at 1-844-295-TALK (8255) or 585-263-9994, email , Facebook or Twitter . Connections is also livestreamed on the WXXI News YouTube channel each day. You can watch live or access previous episodes here . --- Do you have a story that needs to be shared? Pitch your story to Connections .