Why is America so messed up?
105262
America was founded on freedom.  Our forefathers didn't want the government imposing anything on its citizens.  In modern times, religious references in a public, governmental setting walks a fine line.
508028
Probably because our country is losing its morality due to our liberal teachings not to judge anyone.  In our society, everybody's individual decisions and actions (short of murder) are accepted as equally valid; people are also able to excuse away any immoral action they have committed (i.e. rough childhood, mental abuse, etc.).  We've become such a nation of amorality, that to us, we have no "right" (or ability) to judge who's plight is most valid and who really needs/deserves to be allowed in to the US.
1072558
I wish I knew let me know if you find out, America is getting ugly(owned by corporations and big fat old Oil maniacs) and oh so unstable.
520886
America....it would definately be number 1. Why? Because we are a divided people no matter what other people from other counries believe. See, that's where the problems stands. No one sees all American people. The news only shows you what it wants to. We as a country are in big time trouble. We have a ton of issues. Until we get our voices heard as a people we will continue to have problems.
1130204
because America was founded and is run by prudes
520577
Not everyone is so afraid of everything as Americans are. American society hasn't moved on from Salem and 16th century mentality. They even have the death penalty!!! Like some Sahel, Arab and Asian nations. Who wants to live in the USA?? Not me, certainly.
342514
We've tried fighting terrorism, but started a war against the wrong people, we'd like to think we're more secure, but we aren't, and we've generally upset the world community.  Our economy is plunging and there is a great unrest among Americans and the world against America.  Our government doesn't seem to do anything right and now they have the lowest approval ratings in history.  Basically, the US is going to hell in a handbasket.  So much so that I want to go live in Canada or Australia...and I'm a US Veteran.
1000770
Americans, like our President, are notorious for our lack of knowledge and lack of interest in the views of people of other countries and other cultures. Remember Freedom Fries?  In clinical jargon, we describe those who feel that they should be treated special because of the type of person they are, and who lack empathy for others,  as "narcissistic." Thus, America exhibits a kind of social narcissism. In recent years psychoanalysts have learned that narcissism is accompanied by pervasive, yet disowned, fear, shame, and hostility.\n\nWe need a revolution to restore the people's pride and break free from the corporate takeover that is everyday life in the USA.
637572
Because americans don't take anything as seriously as other countries. The USA is very culturally different than say... Japan or Russia. In those countries families are a lot closer and education is a very important thing, so in a way doing bad would be like a crime.
447927
Present America is like pre WWII Germany!\nYou just see they want any others to prosper. Because of their ongoing fookish decisions, whole world is suffering (e.g. hike in petrol price to $72/barrell!!! Is it not fact?)\n\nAmericans are enjoying their lavish life at the cost of world.\n\nThose who think otherwise, should re-assess their veiws & may modify their comments.
584519
there are many reasons that people hate america. imagine you were say a 10 year old in afghanistan. you just are living your life, you have done absolutely NOTHING wrong, and then the U.S. starts bombing your country. why do they do this... only because the u.s. are extremely oil dependant and greedy!! now i am not talking about al-quaida or anything, but the sentiment in the middle east and many other areas in the world is at a gigantic low since president bush was elected. the u.s. is not what it used to be, a country that helped out others in time of need, but they governed by power crazy men.
590944
I don't know where you are living, maybe Iraq or Darfur or something. America doesn't have any problems like that. The present Government is just full of criminals right now. They will be dealt with Democratically. The Congress will change in November just watch. The Republicans have had their run since 96 in Congress, and they messed it all up. It's their failure.
991769
I agree that America is going downhill fast!! I love the country but not the way it is being run by a bunch of idiots.
546140
being in America is being spoiled, high taxes.. yes few benefits from Government .. education and sometimes health coverages... but over all American people are never satisfied .. never have fun.. fun to them is drinking and sex... .Not a fan of America.
730645
The US already messed up their countries, so the US owes them. That's why they go there. \n\nYou should learn more compassion and understanding. It was just luck you happened to be born in America. You could have just as easily been put in Afghanistan, Iraq, Rwanda or any other terrifying and war-torn country.  \n\nYou are not superior to these people. Plus these people don't only go to America, many go to Canada and Western European countries for freedom and a good economy. In case you didn't notice, America isn't the greatest country to live in. There is lots of violence, pollution and prejudice. \n\nDon't harp on other people until you're perfect, which will probably never happen with the mind set that you have.
1100231
The US was originally settled by fundamentalists who were so God crazy they were run out of England. It's been downhill ever since.
1095460
We do not all think we are the best.  I am no better than any other man or woman.  We all bleed the same.  And lets face it, Italy is going to kick the $hit out of the US soccer team. But there are vastly huge differences in the freedoms of the USA and other countries.  The USA has many different climates.  If you don't like a certain area, you just pack up and move. That's freedom.  This country was founded by protestants, but even if you are a Satan worshiper, your rights are protected under the US Constitution.  The reason 71% of Europe hates the US is because of one A$$ Clown! Our president.  He has made terrible decisions that have made the rest of the world hate us.  As Americans we have the right to make a change by voting, and believe me, the American people will make serious changes in our government in 2008.  Just give us some time.  The American people are not out to make enemies even though our government is.  Believe me the American people are just as pissed off at Bush as the rest of the world, but one of the things that makes this country so great is the ability of the people to change our government.  By no means does this make us better than anyone else in the world. It simply means that those who have the ability to change things have a responsibility to change things.