"...nationalism becomes excessive at the point where it asserts that its culture and values are better than those of others, an attitude which could be construed as elitist and even fascist."
What a strange statement
! I most certainly think that British culture and values, in general, are better than many others. Not quite so good as some, but certainly better than most. There is nothing "elitist" in striving to be the best and believing that in some respects you are. As for such an opinion being fascist words fail me. A few characteristics of a generally accepted description of fascism:
- the veneration of the state
- a devotion to a strong leader
- an emphasis on ultranationalism and militarism.
- views political violence, war, and imperialism as a means to achieve national rejuvenation
- it asserts that stronger nations have the right to expand their territory by displacing weaker nations
Do you really think that believing your country has a higher standard of culture and values puts you in the same category as people who subscribe to the above? As I said, I believe British culture and values to be superior to many others, but I certainly do not have the fascist tendencies I mention.