Why are people in the United States so greedy?
373804
Our culture has become one of consumption and materialism.  Americans feel entitled to material wealth, and we value money above almost everything else, although few would admit it!  It's disgusting, really, when you look at the gap between rich and poor in this country.
666939
People in general are becoming too petty and greedy.
506602
they are aquatters, law breakers, and invaders !!!!!!!!!and we have them here because of low wages that are paid to americans thatdeserve better.. yes we are a greedy country, and yes people on welfare should have to do some kind of community service to get welfare, and yes the government of mexico is as crooked as  forked tree !!!
1083659
Its in human nature to be self-centered and greedy most of the time..... especially in the US.....  i would assume the people in power would ask, "Whats in it for me?"
117558
First -Jealousy over what we have and what we don't have but is thought that we have. Example many foreigner come from overseas and are bowled over by the myriad taxes and realize our incomes aren't close to being what they seem. They call us greedy but come over here to share in the greed.   Secondly--, companies that can be ruthless have taken advantage of poorer nations and instill anger while we are used to that tactic here and are prepared for it. Thirdly--, US is powerful and is seen instead as a bully by some. Also our strenght is an embarrassment to others - example France has never been thrilled that US saved it from Nazi Germany.. Fourth--, Because of its strength US is asked to take sides in conflicts and if is damned if it does and damned if it doesn't. Fifth- because we look different and people don't like people who don't look like them. Just like US is afraid of Arabs at their ports, so others don't like white people in their own backyards either. ... there are a million more reason...
618061
sometimes its not as easy you make it sound.  USA has opportunities that they don't have in their home countries. some people can't find jobs to pay well some can't even find houses.  Also America has many other luxuries that everyone wants to experience
153885
Homeless people.\n\nThe United States is suppose to be so rich right? Then why cant we afford to get these people a place to live food in their stomaches, children a place to learn good things not how to be poor and run around dirty because their parents couldnt afford them.
896043
Very simply - GREED. Go to the local shops and support them. You never know their prices could well be cheaper now.
270863
In the USA the solution is not putting up with laziness. Most "poor" people in the USA are just plain lazy. The few that aren't, need to learn a trade.
239865
It's the same in the US -- foreign-born, low-skilled workers being exploited by greedy employers for big profits. Many of whom only have marginal skills in the job they're doing. The workers send much of the money they earn home so their earnings do not contribute to the local economy. They often live in squallor detract from the quality of life of the people that build these communities. It's a big problem. \n\nIn the town where I grew up (homes are now selling for $400-500k and taxes often are over $10,000) people don't want to put their children in the public schools because of the gangs that have sprung up with recent immigrants.
391909
The reason for poverty in America is the politics's of greed, or Repuglicans in general. I have mine and I want to make more therefore I do not want to pay taxes and to hell with anybody else. Being poor is no more a choice then homosexuality. It is thrust on 10% of the population by another 10% of the population the very rich. I wonder why of for what reason that a person needs every cent of their billion dollars and there are many billionaires here. There is also a thing with corporate greed. Move the good paying jobs with health benefits overseas to a place where people work for pennies. But do you see the price come down on anything because of it. The answer is a big NO. Socialized medicine is long overdue here it is needed by all, not just an elite few. Every one in the United States should have a birthright to three things food, shelter and health care.
569393
Because it provides an incentive-based economy where anyone can succeed.  The wealth pie is unlimited.  Many people think that wealth is finite and that the rich take from the poor, or some crazy idea like that.  That is lunacy.\n\nAnyone who is driven and has a great idea for a product that people want to buy, can be successful and possibly a millionaire.  Anyone.  \n\nPeople forget that nothing is handed to you and you need to work hard for a good life and look for ways to constantly try to raise yourself up.\n\nCapitalism is the greatest system ever created.  Greed is man-made and has nothing to do with capitalism itself.  That is the fault of the participants in a capitalistic economy.  Capitalism is why immigrants are crashing the borders of America.  Ever think about that?
451369
Because we have always been the land of plenty.  And we don't know what it is like to starve.  Even the people who can't afford to eat have food stamps and other gov't assistance to help them.\n\nI get upset at all the good food that is thrown away at restuarants.  It's like they give you double portions for twice the price, and when you don't want anymore, it goes in the trash.  That could have been a nice meal for a homeless person.
992466
It is greed, the repuglicans are all greedy to the very last one. This country as rich as it is with all the very rich people should have a very red face for not taking care of our own. Excuses like paying somebody to set on their fat ass's and not work is a cop out. Find a way to put these people to work and with a wage and health care good enough to take care of their family's. Do not just condemn them. Health care should be for everybody. The insurance company's need to be taking out of the mix as they are the problem. They are making a huge amounts of money off of the misery of humans. No one should be hungry in this the nation of plenty. An education is a way to life everybody up. It should be a right. It would be good for America as a whole. That is why I vote Democrat as I feel most of them do feel as I do.
782400
Americans are a wonderful caring generous people. People who wish to help will choose their favorite charity to help. Many help in this country only, some in foreign countries, those who are able help in all those ways.\n\nBelieve me the generosity is as prevalent within our country as others. \n\nI guess you do know many of the takers in this country are scammers and the controls are not too good.
1069525
its called gouging.we as the users have to eat any price they decide to charge and not a thing can do,but pay.or do with out witch we know we cant .got to love our government for all they have done over the years to fill there pockets and there rich friends.
443460
If you define greed, then someone can answer. If greed in your world means being able to make a living, then they are greedy. Many others come because the US lures them by offering welfare and other benefits if they can make it into the country. Is that greed? If I offer you $5,000 for stepping over an imaginary line and you do it, are you greedy?