>>80245054It's about ideals bro. America was built by great men on lofty ideals and has a glorious history. I can celebrate that even if I have my criticisms of the country in its current state. Plus it's my home and the home of my people and I'll never have another so of course I love it. Also the country itself is gorgeous, try driving across it sometime and just take in all of that creation. Mmm.
Also it's an aesthetic because the flag looks awesome. Also because fireworks and burgers and hot dogs are awesome.
Vietnam protestors wrapped themselves in the flag because they understood that America is awesome even if it sucks.