Can't us Americans,Mexicans and etc's  just all get along? And all live happy ever after?
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The immigration issue confronting the U.S. right now has nothing to do with Americans getting along with Mexicans.  The issue is wether or not to allow illegal immigrants to sstay in the U.S. and how we should defend our borders against illegals.
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All Americans are different.  This American thinks that any two people who want to have a relationship with one another should do so.
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People refuse to accept differences and thus tend to not accept others into their "group".  This is a common thread through many cultures, and has different aspects such as prejudice and just plain not getting along.  Different tribes of Native Americans for example called their own tribe "the people" and didn't think of the other tribes in the same way.  It's this wall put up against the feared different people that don't fit into our understanding of ways we think we ought to behave, that causes wars, separations of nations, and racism, versus the overcoming of these differences to accept us as human.
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yes we humans are designed to be territorial and against the ones that are not our own. We can evite other conflicts by making sure everybody feels part of the human family.
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We live in two different worlds and it is virtually impossible at times to find that common ground. As much as we share in life's experiences, we also are different. I'm not sure we'll ever be together as a nation or worldwide community.
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Why is it that other people have to group all Americans together as "the majority of Americans". The majority of Americans do not think the way you guys honestly believe they do. Just a VERY limited few ignorant souls with huge mouths seem to ruin it for everyone. But that doesn't mean that the majority of people feel that way and I DO NOT appreciate being grouped with these people.
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If most of the world looks at American with such disdain why do they keep coming here?  Why aren't there any hispanic countries with a decent standard of living?  Is there something about the English language that just makes people sucessful?  Why can't we have a nice country without all these foreigners coming here changing everything?  I don't think white Americans hate hispanics, we just like living in a country where we speak English.
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We make easier for different cultures by printing literature in different languages. Making easier for them to function in society. The downside to that it helps to keep them separate because they do not have to learn the language. And in turn they group around others that are the same as their selves. That is one way we are failing as a society to assimilate others into our country. Its is a very complex problem with no easy answers. Many of the individuals that I have known that came in legally are proud of the fact that they made it in that way. And other than not having perfect English, they acted like "typical" Americans. I guess sneaking in through the back door into the country does not en still one with a sense of pride? It more than likely does not help that, we for the most part, turn a blind eye towards the situation hoping it will go away or right itself.
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I, too, am a sensitive person and an American.  I understand what you are saying.  There are some people in this country who see only the mistakes of our own natioin but not the ATROCITIES of the terrorists.  I can not comprehend how their minds work.  If it is THAT bad here, why don't they move to a country that better suits their beliefs?  I mean this sincerely.  I'm fairly certain that someone will bash me for this last statement.  I am not saying to "go to hell."  I am sincerely asking a simple question.  I choose to stay in my homeland because I love my country. That doesn't mean I agree with everything . That would be unusual to agree with EVERYTHING.  I'm saying that if it is THAT awful for some people, why not choose to be happy and go where you will find peace of mind and contentment?  Here's the deal as I see it....these people take for granted all the freedoms that they have in this country. They take for granted all of the opportunities that are available to them.  They are looking for Eutopia, I can only imagine.  Well brothers and sisters, "this is the last best place on earth" and I for one ain't going nowhere!!!!
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I feel everyone is frustrated and concerned over issues that involve the Middle Eastern dilemma.  But I also feel that these issues should be dealt with, urgently.  The anger some express, is warranted, and is due to the fear of the anger that is not expressed, but is lying in wait to be expressed, by some, and is more prevalent in your backyard, than ours.  But it is also my opinion that this post, was meant to convey fear.  Both Americans and British have both, historically, always enjoyed comedy, and it is part of our (when allowed)  peaceful, good-natured cultures.  But also, historically, when we get continually stepped upon, we both tend to get tired and STOMP VERY HARD BACK, so as to continue with our way of culture.  I guess what I am trying to say is, that in life, and in this post, that Americans and British are more OPEN as to WHO we really are, and what are intentions are.  I hope this helps you understand the differences between anger, fear and tiredness.  And, since I know us Brits and Yanks are considered pretty lacking in awareness, could you please have a sense of humor, and post for me if you are aware of what I am trying to say?-please do, I'm interested.\n\nKirsty S.  You are a sweetheart,so please don't worry.  When you put your head on your pillow tonight, think "Everything will be okay" and KNOW this!!!
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There will always be people who "hate" those who are different  from them.  The French and the English, the Blacks and the Whites.  It happens in many countries all over the world.  The Sunis and the Shiaas, the Democrats and the Republicans.\n\nSo it doesn't seem that it is necessary to specify "Americans" here.  As long as people have differences that they don't fully understand, there will be a level of discomfort and possibly hatred.\n\nAnd for the record, Americans ARE black people, hispanics, whites, and all others, so am I to assume that you really mean "Why do SOME WHITE Americans hate people who are not white?" (because you can't "hate on" someone.  That isn't how the verb works).
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We all can't get along because we think differently.
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You're right. If we all tolerated each other this world would be a much better place. We all need to realize we're not perfect and we can't expect anyone else to be and that we were all created different and have had different experiences in life. We're bound to take things differently... We ought to tolerate each other as far as things that have no effect on each other are concerned. For example, we can never tolerate thieves in society, no matter what the reason, coz their stealing affects people other than themselves. Intolerance caused the Holocaust... I believe the person who coined the phrase "Variety is the spice of life" was quite right.
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Events or examples? I know some people who are from the Dominican community and they hate the Guatemalan community. Or the Mexican community doesn't get along with the Puerto Ricans.Or the Bolivians fighting with the Colombians. All this is terribly stupid but it happens.
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America is the most beautiful country i think, in the world. Good government, good land, good structure. But unfortunately most of the people i don't like. No-one friendly, bush-haters, Jesus-haters, and a million more. Nobody will say "hi" or wave any more. They make fun of people they don't like and envy. People get so offended, no more holidays on calenders, "my holiday is not on there." etc. i have seen so many smart-Alick answers on here. nobody will be NICE anymore. It bothers me. and not to mention the cussing. I am equally disappointed.
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It's just pure ignorance.\n\nMany Americans treat all people of the same ancestry alike - with rudeness and as if of unfavorable quality.\n\nJust like black people, there are black people who are criminals, gang members, mean, and disgust AND THEY'RE the ones on the evening news.  So people think all black people are like that.  When, clearly, we aren't all like that.\n\nI, however, have met many great, educated, and kind Mexican Americans.  My best college professor was Mexican, she taught me the most Spanish!  \n\nDon't allow yourself to get upset and angry due to the ignorance of others.  As long as you know that you come from a great people, and that you're a good person - then that's all that matters.\n\nI wish you much peace in your future!
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sukey, we are d*mned if we do and d*mned if we don't! I am all for The United States of America staying out of other countries messes. It would save us a fortune and they could all see just what things would be like without our help. Maybe they are right and they can handle it all themselves, but I sure know that we have been called on to help other many times and we get slapped in the face after it is all over. Fortunately we know what kind of country this is and what kind of people we are, so their nasty little comments don't have the affect they hope will happen. \n\nS.S.