We Love You Too, America

[Member2019]

I didn't realize so many Americans had a problem with China. What's wrong with China? :dunno:

Indeed. Sometimes Americans have problems with a country not because of the country, but because of what Americans do to themselves.

E.g., US trade agreements are probably the most lopsided in favor of other nations and the American consumer. Until this changes, the US will continue to have issues with China.

No American President has had the balls to cut the American consumer off from our cheap imports. What is normal in every other nation is completely screwed the opposite in the US.

And it's really too late to rectify. The result? The average American blames China, instead of itself.

The outsourcing and total lack of tariffs have been doing on for 2+ decades now. And a significant portion of everything, from electronics to medicines, come into the US with forged certifications and listings. We've done it to ourselves.

 

[Deepcover]

"We Love You Too, America"

No we don't...JK. I wanna live there someday. Get duel citizenship, the whole nine yards.

 

[maildude]

I'm pleased that two of our old Colonies feel so much love for each other :kiss: it gives me a funny warm feeling!

Yeah. Like Uganda and Kenya.

 

[vodkazvictim]

I have a more positive view of Canada than I do in England. That may well be because I live in England and have never been to Canadadadadadadadadadadada, but frequently chat to Alisa.

boy are you stupid, switzerland is a small island in the sea of japan, duh!!

I'm sure he meant Swaziland, that European country which is famous for being part of the EU and in the centre of Europe.

 

[Member2019]

I have a more positive view of Canada than I do in England.

Canada is an interesting member of the Commonwealth, as is Australia as well (let alone their status in the Commonwealth).

As an American, I've been a closet study of both Canadian and Australian history, although not as deep as I would like. Most Americans are wholly unaware of the two invasion attempts into Canada, as well as the unique bond the US has with Australia over the last century.

Given free time, I'd love to further my studies. And with enough money and opportunities, I would live in Australia. Not that I don't love the US, but I've lived in the US long enough to see much of it. I would like to spend at least a decade working and exploring down under.

Possibly after I lose my parents in the future, when my wife and I have no other ties to the US.

 

[LaLiLuLeLohan]

When we went up there for tournaments back in the day everyone used to trip out about the cheaper prices on jeans and Starter parkas because their dollar was cheaper than ours. Now that their dollar is stronger than ours it's the other way around now.



Some people can't handle the cold weather.

There's definitely that, but there's certain taxes that aren't so harsh here in Ohio, so it's lucrative enough for Canadians to take a short drive down here and pick up stuff or friends, family and co-workers. I forget what merch was on the list, but I think I remember that cigarettes were a really popular item a few years back because they were significantly cheaper and didn't have the graphic labels on them.

 

[D-rock]

Indeed. Sometimes Americans have problems with a country not because of the country, but because of what Americans do to themselves.

E.g., US trade agreements are probably the most lopsided in favor of other nations and the American consumer. Until this changes, the US will continue to have issues with China.

No American President has had the balls to cut the American consumer off from our cheap imports. What is normal in every other nation is completely screwed the opposite in the US.

And it's really too late to rectify. The result? The average American blames China, instead of itself.

The outsourcing and total lack of tariffs have been doing on for 2+ decades now. And a significant portion of everything, from electronics to medicines, come into the US with forged certifications and listings. We've done it to ourselves.

Well...there is the whole totalitarian and authoritarian government they have over there, and their horrible record on human rights. I'm sure that has something to do with it.

Then again a lot of people over here seem to be able to conveniently gloss over that or rationalize supporting them somehow when they buy cheap things made over there when they have the means buy from other places.

 

[Member2019]

Well...there is the whole totalitarian and authoritarian government they have over there, and their horrible record on human rights. I'm sure that has something to do with it.

Agreed. Unfortunately it doesn't seem enough. And the focus is on trade.

Then again a lot of people over here seem to be able to conveniently gloss over that or rationalize supporting them somehow when they buy cheap things made over there when they have the means buy from other places.

Also very much agreed. The very sad thing is that we've done it to ourselves, and our priorities and values are so fucked up.

 

[Shifty]

Plus that's where our cold fronts come from... which kida sucks in the winter, but awesome in the summer

Well, many of our winter storms come from the US ... so, we're even.

In fact, in terms of shitty weather etc., I think many American states have been worse off this winter.

I always smile when I hear people refer to Canada as 'cold' ... yeah, it's cold in the winter but no more so than say Michigan,
New York, Minnesota, Illinois, etc. etc. etc.

It is true that a vast amount of Canada, referred to as the 'great white north' is bitterly cold, but that area is futher north and relatively sparsely populated. The majority of Canadians live in closer proximity to the American border.

 

[busaguy79]

I would go to Canada for the women!!! Give me your women!!!!

 

[julialee89]

boy are you stupid, switzerland is a small island in the sea of japan, duh!!

No, it aint. It is in Europe. And I thougth I were bad at geography.

Even though I dont like wikipedia, here is a link about Switzerland: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Switzerland

Sweet.We should have a party to celebrate.

Am I invited? I hope so! Ive always loved Canada!

 

[vodkazvictim]

I guess I'm an exception, and not the "typical American" - Name a country and I can point it out on a map. :thumbsup:
Don't let that get out...They may deport me.
I like it here...The sun shines all night...

By the way, Canada, yes we love you. Let's switch off and we'll be on top for a while...but watch out for Mexico. They like the reach-around.

Point out Swaziland, then Switzerland.
I love your avatars BTW :thumbsup:

Canada is an interesting member of the Commonwealth, as is Australia as well (let alone their status in the Commonwealth).

As an American, I've been a closet study of both Canadian and Australian history, although not as deep as I would like. Most Americans are wholly unaware of the two invasion attempts into Canada, as well as the unique bond the US has with Australia over the last century.

Given free time, I'd love to further my studies. And with enough money and opportunities, I would live in Australia. Not that I don't love the US, but I've lived in the US long enough to see much of it. I would like to spend at least a decade working and exploring down under.

Possibly after I lose my parents in the future, when my wife and I have no other ties to the US.

Interesting.

No, it aint. It is in Europe. And I thougth I were bad at geography.

Even though I dont like wikipedia, here is a link about Switzerland: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Switzerland



Am I invited? I hope so! Ive always loved Canada!

 

[DietCrush]

canada rocks! As does all of the other places i've worked....except guyana. Sorry to anyone from there...really, i'm sorry! very very very very sorry

 

[HE1FiNEARTiST]

No, it aint. It is in Europe. And I thougth I were bad at geography.

Even though I dont like wikipedia, here is a link about Switzerland: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Switzerland

ROFFLMAO!!! boy aren't you the fool!!! never believe anything on the net LOL@YOU!!

besides Switzerland is a small community on the Larsen Ice Shelf in Antartica. man, some people....

 

[DietCrush]

ROFFLMAO!!! boy aren't you the fool!!! never believe anything on the net LOL@YOU!!

besides Switzerland is a small community on the Larsen Ice Shelf in Antartica. man, some people....

isn't switzerland where the knights templar retreated to?

 

[EwaSonnetIsGod]

Canada is a country? All these years I thought it was a state. How come Canada is to the north but I have to drive south to get there.

 

[Rey C.]

isn't switzerland where the knights templar retreated to?

No! That was Swaziland and it's in the Sea of J-pan. Geez, how did youse guys even make it through junior high?!

 

[Member442]

Canada is a country? All these years I thought it was a state. How come Canada is to the north but I have to drive south to get there.

YES and that's simple a very small part of Canada is south of Detroit Michigan. I normally cross there. Woohoo for Windsor lol. So I have to go north when I'm crossing on my trip Florida.

 

[SpexyAshleigh]

Well, many of our winter storms come from the US ... so, we're even.

In fact, in terms of shitty weather etc., I think many American states have been worse off this winter.

I always smile when I hear people refer to Canada as 'cold' ... yeah, it's cold in the winter but no more so than say Michigan,
New York, Minnesota, Illinois, etc. etc. etc.

It is true that a vast amount of Canada, referred to as the 'great white north' is bitterly cold, but that area is futher north and relatively sparsely populated. The majority of Canadians live in closer proximity to the American border.

This is all true. Everyone tells me "I'd live in Canada if it weren't for the cold" and I ask them where they're from and they're like "NYC" LOL. Probably 1/3 of US states are just as cold as Canada, and there are parts of Canada that rarely even see snow (west coast, east coast)....hell, I went to Miami in December and it was colder in MIAMI than it was up in NS! I had to go buy sweaters lol

 

[TheOrangeCat]

Well, let's just be honest... other than Mexico, Canada is probably the only other country that most Americans can pick out on a world map. And since most of us enjoy having our heads on TOP of our shoulders, we wouldn't pick Mexico.

What he said, plus a general whoop-de-doo.