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and allegiance to the same; that I will bear
arms on behalf of the United States when
required by the law; that I will perform
non-combatant service in the Armed Forces
of the United States when required by the
law; that I will perform work of national
importance under civilian direction when
required by the law; and that I take this
obligation freely, without any mental
reservation or purpose of evasion; so help
me God.

This oath primarily implies that the nation requires
from its citizens to support the constitution, renounce
allegiance to any foreign power, defend the country
and its laws from all domestic and foreign enemies and
participate in the armed forces when needed by the
nation.

This, according to me, aptly summarizes what allegiance
and patriotism towards a nation should be. For instance,
if your country recognizes Israel as a country, then out of
allegiance towards your nation you also have to recognize
Israel as a country. Otherwise, your allegiance will be
with those nations who do not recognize Israel, which
will constitute a breach of trust between you and your
nation. No nation will ever tolerate this breach of trust.

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