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This reads as a criticism of how patriotism can be used as a weapon against disagreement. It points to the way public loyalty tests can shut down questions and make ordinary doubt look suspicious. In a heated political argument, it lands as a warning about pressuring people to prove allegiance instead of answering their concerns.
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About Viggo Mortensen
Danish-American actor and filmmaker
Viggo Mortensen is a Danish-American actor and filmmaker. He is known for his work in film and for the recognition he has received across major awards bodies. He has won an Actor Award and a Critics' Choice Award, and has been nominated for three Academy Awards, three BAFTA Awards, and four Golden Globe Awards. His work spans acting and filmmaking.
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