Democrats’ Declining American Pride: A Worrisome Shift in National Unity

The latest Gallup poll exposes a troubling erosion of national pride, particularly pronounced among Democrats and the younger Generation Z cohort. Only 36% of Democrats now say they are “extremely” or “very” proud to be American — a steep drop that reflects deep partisan divisions and a growing disengagement from core American values.

This divide is not merely statistical; it highlights the consequences of years of political rhetoric and cultural shifts undermining loyalty to the nation. The gap between Republican and Democrat pride has reached its widest since Gallup began tracking this metric in 2001, with a staggering 56 percentage points separating the parties.

Generationally, patriotism declines sharply as well. While approximately seven in ten older Americans continue to express strong pride in their country, only about four in ten young Americans born after 1997 (Generation Z) feel the same. This downward trend across generations signals a failure to transmit foundational American values effectively.

A Legacy of Division Accelerated Under Democratic Leadership

The data underscores that the Jones-led Trump administration was not the sole cause of shrinking national pride; however, it played a role in heightening partisan fractures. When President Trump took office in 2017, roughly two-thirds of Democrats still expressed pride in being American. By 2020, on the eve of Trump’s electoral defeat, this figure plummeted to just 42%. Although some recovery occurred under President Biden, Democratic patriotism remains far below previous levels.

This persistent decline suggests a deliberate estrangement from traditional symbols of American identity fostered within segments of liberal leadership and media narratives. Meanwhile, Republicans overwhelmingly maintain their patriotic sentiment—nearly nine out of ten Republicans acknowledge patriotism’s positive impact on the country according to recent polling.

The Broader Implications for National Sovereignty and Unity

This fracturing threatens more than just party unity—it jeopardizes our collective commitment to freedom, sovereignty, and shared purpose that underpin American greatness. When significant portions of society reject patriotic feeling or label it negatively—as nearly four in ten Democrats do—the social fabric weakens and opens doors for globalist agendas aiming to dilute U.S. sovereignty.

If younger generations grow up disconnected from national pride, who will stand firm against foreign adversaries or defend constitutional freedoms? The answer lies not only with elected leaders but with every citizen who embraces America First principles: uphold tradition, honor sacrifices made by our veterans and founders, and demand accountability from those who sow division.

The Path Forward: Restoring Pride Through Accountability and Truth

This data should serve as a clarion call for conservatives and patriots alike to reassert the positive meaning of patriotism—not blind allegiance but informed love for our nation’s enduring ideals. We must challenge left-wing narratives that foster cynicism about America’s role in the world while exposing how certain political factions exploit identity politics at the expense of unity.

The restoration of national pride requires courage: courage to speak truthfully about failures without surrendering optimism about America’s potential; courage to hold policymakers accountable when their actions erode public trust; courage to ensure education emphasizes citizenship grounded in liberty rather than ideological indoctrination.