realize the TRUE history of how america became america? not white mans version.not The version that they teach in school. not the version that leaves details out. not the version that only mentions bits and peices. Americans are being brain washed.And now acting like they hate immigrants it is only now that you have a ding bat of a president that you realized the true politics that america is and has been doing for years. dirty fighters. dirty politics. dirty wars. what comes up must come down.
206943
Because "America" is the shortened name for "United States of America". Like it or not, America has a right to its independence from its geography. Mexicans and Canadians are not "Americans". They are Mexicans and Canadians.\n\nAnd we don't hate immigrants, we just want to stop the ILLEGAL ones from hanging out here ILLEGALLY. That is not just people from Mexico, but from EVERYWHERE.\n\nYou think the Prez is a dingbat? Then let's see YOU solve the problem of skyrocketing healthcare and stolen identities. \n\nI'm listening.
383394
You know, I completely agree. When America voted in 2004, they voted for change. So far, all that has happened is more troops have been sent overseas to fight battles that, depending on peronal views, potentially should not have started. Nothing is being done about the other issues [so it seems]. What happened to the morals Americans voted for? What happened to the morals that were presented in the election in order to regain the presidency. Simply what is going on?
253600
That's is why they need to leave, they have no respect for our country, they don't want to assimilate or blend into our society. They should learn English and sing the anthem in English it was not meant to be translated it loses it's meaning. I just heard on the news the Congress just passed a resolution that it will be sung in English only. The Congress found it very insulting.
145742
America was built by immigrants.\n\nWhat has changed?\n\nThere are no Roosevelts.  People somehow begin to believe that freedom can exist without respect for law.  We used to admit honest workers who wished to become Americans.  Now we admit people who's declared aim is to destroy America...the greater part of them illegally or as "refugees".  Their loyalty is certainly not to the American people, and they say so.  There are few responsible citizens; life has been too easy these past 60 years.\n\nToday, immigrants are on the verge of destroying America.
142833
There are probably facts for the other side, for immigrants, but I can't tell you about those because I am against them. As you know, there are always at least two sides to an issue. Good job for listening to both sides. A lot of people just hard-headedly choose one without hearing the other out. I picked my side on beliefs and try to be somewhat polite when in debates, but it can be hard :)
540477
That, my friend, is what we have become here in America. A nation of finger-pointers and name callers. You would think the only people in politics are 5 years old. I wouldn't be surprised if after the election there aren't a bunch of "nanny-nanny-boo-boo-ing" and the sticking out of tongues going on. I feel like we live on a giant playground where someone is saying "Don't play with him - he has cooties!"
666131
You are talking about the America before George Bush. Don't be so quick to jump on the "I hate America" bandwagon. Most people hate us simply because they do not enjoy the freedoms we have here and they are envious of that. Move here and change your attitude.
650835
With all due respect, you're a little off in your perspective.  The GOP may be guilty of many things, but hating America is definitely not one of them.  You would be closer to the mark if you said they love America with an almost fanatical air.  It's usually the Dems who are saying things along the lines of how embarrassed they are with the country, or how they don't like our system.  Rethink your perspective, read just about all of the posts on this site, and you'll see that I'm right.
203545
People will justify their answers but you are exactly right.  This is why on the 4th of July I have a hard time getting into "love of country"...genocide, slavery, suppression of human rights, exploitation of minors and women...these days were are killing people and destabilizing the middle east in order to force our form of govt on them...basically the winners write the history...it has always been this way...right now lots of children, grandchildren, great grand children of immigrants are slamming the newest wave of immigrants...this isn't new...immigrants have always been reviled...I remember reading historical documents about the anti-Irish, German, Italian, Japanese movements...there are real issues regarding immigration - health, housing, education...but these people would not be here if they weren't working...so they have a place...now the challenge is to see if we can solve these problems without the fear and hate spread by the hysterical chicken little alarmists.  Unfortunately, people often are ruled by emotions and fears than by rational thoughts when dealing with these issues...of course, emotions and fear sell papers, get ratings, and consolidate political power...and rational discourse is very boring to much of the US public.
73946
Our Country is more divided that I have ever seen it. With the illegal immigration problem now, that divides us even more. The Republicans have instilled all the fear with their politics and methods. The people are growing farther apart everyday because of their party preferences. I am getting real sick of Republicans bashing and being cruel to Americans. It's way out of control, and they are teaching their children to hate people. I think it's really sick and dysfunctional behavior. It's pretty bad when you have a 12 year old saying your trash because you might have voted for President Clinton. It's happening on these pages, right here, everyday now.
556496
Actually, virtually every immigrant to the US, from the original settlers on, LEFT their country because they didn't like it.  To say this country was founded on a belief contrary to "Love it or Leave it" is completely inaccurate.\n\nPersonally, I think the incessant whining about the country, it's government, and it's world policies is inane and ponderous.  It begs the question of why don't these people have the balls to go somewhere else like every other immigrant into this country has done.\n\nThe answer is obvious.  These malcontents don't have the courage, skill, fortitude, or foresight to seek out, much less actually relocate to a place which would make them happier.  They are resolved to simply stay here and b*tch simply because they lack those attributes.\n\nIn answer to your additional comment directed at me- \n\nActually - a significant number of our "founding fathers", including the entire state of New York, were willing to appease England.  In another example, as late as 1780, the entire opposition during the battle of Kings Mountain were Americans with the exception of 1 British officer.  \n\nIn the long eye of history, all of these people have simply riden on the coat tales of those who were willing to fight for liberty.  \n\nMany of the comments of the left today would be considered examples of nothing but cowardice at best and teasonous by many of our true founding fathers.
95365
Your comment is very insightful.  Why would anyone think you're a jerk for saying that?  Students of history know that history repeats itself.  It's a classic trait of the human race.  Look at the last century alone.  Our enemies used to be the Germans, the Italians, the Soviets (Russians), and the Chinese.  Now we are friends with all of those people, and our "enemies" are now different (North Korea, Iran, Cuba).\n\nOur enemies are our enemies because of a certain political (or more correctly - ECONOMIC) point of view.  When the political or economic or cultural climate changes, we don't see them as a threat as much as we used to.  \n\nI don't think this means we should abandon defending the ideals we stand for...but it IS an interesting observation.
109641
The war in Iraq is going better than most people realize. We do not get the stories of the good things that are happening - just never ending liberal hype on the casualties and bombings. It just came out that Saddam said he got rid of the WMD's but kept it so secret even his own generals thought they still had them, so how the hell was President Bush and the rest of the world supposed to know otherwise? Did you hear about it in the media like when any liberal like Kerry, Clinton, Kennedy, or Dean opened their mouths to proclaim the President a liar? Of course not! It does not fit their agenda! The bottom line is this when it comes to my opinion on the war - we cannot allow these people in the press and capitol hill turn this into another Vietnam, which is exactly what they are trying to do (how many liberals have you heard say "quagmire"?). The saddest thing is that there are too many people that are buying into their anti-America, anti-troop propaganda (it's also my opinion that you cannot support the troops without supporting the war - it's the mission they are fighting for and it sends a bad and demoralizing message when people say we support you but what you're doing is illegal and sucks, right?).
549542
It's called a 'double standard'. White Americans have the strength, stamina, backbone, intelligence and determination to build a country out of wilderness. I, personally, consider the source. It seems to come from people who still can't find anything in their own heritage to be proud of, so they bash us and ours. They try to bring us down to their level. I don't let it bother me. They show their racism every time they spout such bigotry. Let it roll off and remain above it.
204787
People have been conquering foreign lands and peoples for all of earth's history. And yet only white Americans are supposed to hang their heads and give everything back. To whom shall we give it with all the mixing of races? And where should we go with so much mixed heritage in our blood? Things are the way they are now and we have to deal with it. We have laws for a reason. We have to protect the citizens who legally live here now. Yes we should protest. Where are all the loyal flag waving Americans now? Sitting on their butts crying for the plight of the poor illegals. If we were forcibly invaded by middle eastern people it wouldn't be happening this way.
172021
I agree with the comment about the first act on our soil is a crime.  And to wave their former countries flag about and demand ANYTHING is preposterous.  It is your former country for a reason, correct?  If it is your current country, here's your ticket.  If it is truly your former country, then for crying out loud ASSIMILATE!  I believe we were founded as a melting pot, not a storage shelf for your old icons and lifestyles.
171444
My thought and answer as to why it has changed so much would be as simple as those who are in power are attempting to cater to every different race, religion and culture to win favor and become elected to office.\nWhen this country was first formed and the immigrants came there was an unseemly large amount of pride to learn the English language and state proudly that they were AMERICAN.  We were a true melting pot where we all mixed together and placed the American values foremost. (God , Country, Happiness). \nTo bad that the politicians ruined everything.