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The Misconception of Universal American Enthusiasm (feddit.org)
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I've noticed a recurring theme in conversations and media where there's an assumption that everyone around the world aspires to be American or embraces American culture wholeheartedly. While I appreciate the contributions of the U.S. in various fields, this presumption comes off as a bit arrogant.

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[–] [email protected] 8 points 1 month ago (1 children)

From the other end of this stick as an American immigrant in England, whenever people tell me they dream of moving to America I'm at a loss for how to respond politely.