What does that say about America?
203319
that we live in a sick day and age
47959
NEVER,,,,AMERICA IS GREAT,,, THE WAY IT IS..\n\n\nWE LIKE LIVING THE SIMPLE LIFE.....\nAND WE DON'T WANT TO BE LIKE OTHER COUNTRIES,,,\nTHATS WHY WE CHOSE TO HAVE INDEPENDENCE, WE ARE NOT FOLLOWERS\nWE ARE LEADERS..
574932
America is made of many stripes and many stars.\nAmerican citizens are very different: their backround, their race, and their religion.\nThat's what makes America so special.\nTibet and India are spiritual, maybe china too.\nThe west, also known as south+north America, didn't lost their spirituality ! They are still faithful, and I'm sure much more faithful than those in their country, trust me on this one.\n:)
110547
Sometimes the truth is hard to confront. Sadly, yes- America is lost. But things are not beyond hope. There is a chance that we can redeem ourselves. After all, Providence is very merciful. \n\nBut as I look at the things shown on television, and things in magazines, lyrics in music, etc...I feel like America is headed for a downfall, sort of like the Roman Empire. There is a town in Pennsylvania, I believe it's called Centralia...and mysterious underground fires have been emerging. Apparently, some people are concerned that Hell may be on this earth, in the form of vast subterranean fires. They are spreading. But maybe it's not what some people think- maybe it's just a coincidence. ?\n\nAmerica should wake up and view the error of its ways. We can still change! But will we have the discipline to do so? God is very powerful. I don't want him to be angry with my beloved country. Prayer is one answer. None of us are above sin, and that includes yours truly. I am not proud of it, I am just saying it's the truth. But we can find peace if we tell God that we are sorry for our misdeeds. \n\nThere is hope for our green and pleasant land- but we are not promised tomorrow. We have to be willing to say we are sorry, and admit that we have fallen from grace. \n\nBut there is still good left in the world, and we can't lose sight of it.
581917
Being an American is different to different people, however there are some things that true Americans all have in common: \nWe love our country above all others\nWe respect our leaders, even Bush, although we might not like them\nWe hold our flag dear to our hearts\nWe support our military TROOPS although not necessarily what they do or where they are sent\nWe will fight for our freedoms: choice, religion, speech, to bear arms, etc.\nWe want a safe and decent home for our children to grow up in\nWe strive to make our country a better place to live\nWe want our land to stay clean\nWe want to be able to converse with each other in a unified language (English)\n\nBeing American may mean different things to others like freedom to love who they want to regardless of gender or race, freedom to speak their own language with their families and friends, to wear the clothing of their homelands, to have the right to keep their cultures and to teach their children of their cultures. The USA is a diverse cultural country, that is what makes us American. It is not only white, black, olive, OR brown. It is white, black, olive, AND brown. Embrace the beauty of them all.
506823
I've never said that in my life, and I am American. The whole nation does not do this. In fact, many understand and appreciate that this country is built on immigration.\n\nMaybe you shouldn't look at America as a nation of hate, and more like a nation like any other...made of humans last (time I checked) who are not perfect. I can also appreciate the fact that we have freedom of speech, iggnorant as some of the comments may be.
465146
That is an interesting point about America from its neighbour. It is a pity that Americans have not earned the good will of even one of his neighbours. They need to have a re look at their international relations and relations with their neighbours.
221438
cos there just silly americans who think america is the whole world
495825
The people of the United States want to form a better country, want justice and want to make sure there is peace among the people in the country. I'm not sure where you'd find a present day translation.
218201
You know you have asked one of the most pertinant questions I have read for a while.On the surface you have opened up a potentiel minefield here.\nI am english.I have visited the USA many many times and have loads of great american friends.I have written many times in this column poking a little ironic fun at "the yanks".\nMy experience is that" the average american" and remember we are talking the average,is warm, generous and very naive.They often have little or no understanding of other countries or their cultures. Often to the extent of having little knowledge outside their own state.Because they lead their lives around Oprah, Jerry Springer,World wrestling are easily influenced by tv propaganda they have become, unfortunately, the butt of jokes.I dont know the exact figures , but my understanding is that"Joe" doesnt travel outside the USA.I believe they have a blinkered view of the world. An observation confirmed by the replies I have received from americans. Self irony doesnt exist for you.Loosen up and dare to poke a little fun at your "leaders".The other point is remember that God isn't american.Try to learn and understand a little of other cultures and beliefs.You dont have to agree just take a look.Take care. Good Luck
541261
Ask them, What makes America so special?\nThen you ask, is it all about that dream, you all talk about, all the time???
315509
Good explanation on it. It is true that America might as well could be faucist but then again we are capitolist so that's one MAJOR difference.
561031
Sounds like it's from the old broadway show 'West Side Story'. It goes like this, " I like to be in America,everything free in America. If it's that then it's west side story
191214
People are going to assume, if someone doesn't clarify, that you're talking about the country they are in....obviously... it's not that complicated... and probably a good percentage of us are in America....
640375
because americans have a short OH WHATS THAT!
668122
Because we live in America.
149774
I must preface what I have to say just a bit...I love America, and what I say here is not a reflection on ALL Americans, but how we have gotten the reputation that we have!           I have traveled extensively and it is true Americans are VERY disliked! It because of a few different reasons. One being entitlement. Most American think they are due the best and fastest service, that they are entitled to tell other people how to live and what to believe. We are a nation that is very spoiled and really has no grasp on other peoples lives. Americans...I hate to say are a complacent people also, which leads to mis-understanding from other cultural groups. Finally there is our President...I think from what you wrote above I need not expound on this issue. Yes Americans ARE very dis-liked, but this is not all together unfounded.