I’m surprised nobody mentioned how different urban planning and design is in much of Europe and the US (walkable cities vs. car centric design) and how that affects the population physically and psychologically.
@@Julian-mv5zi I was honestly blown away as a Dutch person. I’m from a small village and walking/cycling can get you anywhere. It was kinda crazy to be in a place that’s meant for people whilst feeling like I’m trespassing on the cars’ domain.
Here in the US, some largely populated and freshly gentrified cities are (finally!) adopting and promoting a more bicycle-centric means of travel. In my city for instance, we have brand new clearly defined bicycle lanes next to new and/or renovated wide sidewalks -both lanes are quite heavily utilized by locals and commuters alike. I can proudly say I haven’t needed to own a car in nearly 2 years☺️ hoping to see this become a standard over time
As Dutchie I've been to America for 3 weeks and this is a summary of my experience: - Some lady asked me which language I was speaking to my sister. So I told her that I came from te Netherlands and we were speaking Dutch. The lady then turned to her husband in excitement saying she thought we came from Latvia and that her guess was really close... - Countless homeless people in cities as Vegas, San Francisco and Los Angeles that even lost the ability to speak because of drug addiction was really saddening and scary because they could be in possession of guns. (They did even stand behind us when withdrawing money from an ATM) - Those 1.500 Kcal Oreo milkshakes.... We tried to recreate those milkshakes at home and it was impossible to reach 1.500 Kcal without adding loads of fat and a mountain of sugar. - A country radio station was arguing if tomatoes should be seen as vegetable or candy. - If you have a complaint at your hotel you will get bribed with candy and cookies. We surely took our advantage of that. Nature is awesome in the USA and most of the people are so kind it almost feels unnatural. But I strongly believe that they should be more kind to the people who are "weaker" in society. People shouldn't be left on the streets to rot.
Most people inner cities are torn by the democratic parties policies that have gone on for 100 years. The welfare programs that have been put in place didn’t incentivize a two parent home and it’s been extremely destructive in inner cities. Our health care system is way too expensive based on the profit based initiative in health care.
As an Indian American living in Europe (specifically Germany) but I’ve traveled to a lot of European countries… I’ve always get asked of my race and I tell them I’m south Asian (parents are from India)… Europeans are ignorant as well. They don’t understand how immigration works. They thought that I was born and raised in India and they were confused what I was doing in America lol. They think only white and black people live in America lol. They have literally said this to us. And my husband is Mexican (but born in America) and they thought my husband came from Mexican to go to India to find me 😂😂😂
@@Jay-pd9kcwelfare programs doesnt necessarily incentiv7ze laziness. Europe has all sorts of these and less lazyness. Furthermore if the programs are so widespread why do u even have homeless people ? Surely rhey could use the free money to pay for a home and do nothing.
@@a.m928 the homeless problem is more of a mental health problem as Ronald Reagan defunded mental health hospitals back in the 1980s, and with a stroke of a pen literally put thousands of mentally ill people literally on the street. Our current homeless problem is a result of that lack of funding.
@@bitbitbit137 I wouldn’t know, but can you imagine calling a white guy Chinese (who doesn’t even know he’s living in Asia), just because he can speak Chinese? Full on clown world.
I don't understand the way people in my country (Netherlands) talk about the US. There is so much generalization. When asked if they have ever visited the country, let alone even met anyone from there, the most likely answer is 'No'. I've met quite a few Americans from all over the country, and have had nothing but great experiences.
Same here. Those old dutch and french people talking about how Trump made them feel scared to go to America. When he was in America was doing great and it were the hateful left freaking out spouting things about him that were entirely true. Now I can see how the gullible Europeans got to the bad situations their countries are in.
As a Japanese, I understand how Americans feel. It's really frustrating when foreigners talk about their country based on secondary information obtained on social media. For example, our suicide rate statistics have now fallen to 49th in the world, yet we are still associated with suicide stereotypes. Please don't judge us based on anime or porn.😑
@@damackabet.4611 I think you guys know more about anime than the average Japanese lol. But that's different from living in Japan. I'm glad that you have a positive attitude, but if you expect too much, you may be disappointed. Japan is a normal country with good and bad points just like any other country.
My mother is Japanese but I was unfortunately born in france where anime and the other thing you mentioned is really popular. I often receive remarks or demands like : can you speak in a kawaii voice ? Can you teach me Japanese ? Is it true that in Japan there are more "manga stores ?" than supermarkets ? Do you own a katana ? Someone even asked me to moan like in a (animated thing you mentioned). Seriously I find that more racist than "haha kung-fu your eyes are like spaghetti". Why do people reduce Japan and its people to that ? Heartbreaking
As an Italian, I was victim of stereotypes so many times that I lost the count. We are the country of Pizza, pasta, mafia (all that with the typical accent from Mario) and that’s pretty much all for some people. Truth is, some people will only see a part of the real picture. Same happens with the USA. Having said that, I can give you my point of view as an European who lived across Europe in the last 5 years. The perception of the US like you said in the video has definitely changed in the last years. When I was young I used to fantasise my life there, due to the amount of inputs we were receiving from movies, music industry etc. Then reality hits and you have to look at other aspects if you consider moving. Our cultures are completely different to start with. In Europe we pay healthcare through taxes, our public educational system is usually better than the American one (whereas US has better education in college which are super expensive and for which you are usually extinguishing debts thorough all your life), our cities are usually very walkable and distances are relatively short, we have a strong food culture and variety of diets and ingredients, we tend to be more family oriented and less self made women/men and our cities are relatively safer than a lot of American ones. These are the typical things we debate on when we talk about how bad is America and Europe is better and on one hand I must agree. But US is much more than this. Americans are usually very chatty, fun, enthusiasts and typically open minded. I like the “can do” attitude that makes you achieve big results, universities are great, landscapes are amazing, the mix of cultures makes the US very interesting so relegating the US to ignorance and stupidity is unfair and superficial. All the stereotypes hide a bit of truth, but we usually use them just cause we heard of them, or generally we refer to the average citizen, not the whole representation of a country.
I am an european and south american multinational citizen, I have experienced many countries and have friends from multiple locations. My whole family is multiethnic. Any person from the third world who knows both USA and Europe, even USA and Canada or USA and Australia knows European views of USA as a nation and population are mostly wrong. Europeans mostly ignore the negative side effects of their own policies and their own culture. But these same policies went south in most of the world. Many people from poor countries will emigrate to europe and will resent their choices deeply because european policies mean they are not able to grow economically, and if they grow most of their work will be drained by taxes and lots of their time will be lost in bureocracy, while the same people can go to USA, live there in complete illegality and still achieve a better standard of living and safety than in Europe. Also, these views are motivated by Americas self deprecating media, which is mostly run by leftist extremists or by globalist capitalists. American elites are in overt conflict with their people's values, while european elites had most of their people converted in this new gnostic religion of "inclusion and welfare". Europeans have grown ipsis literis domesticated, they don't ever consider their own governments can turn tyrannical an they will live WW2 or USSR all over again. They don't understand feeling safe is not being safe. The french specially forgot the miserable state and grave sacrifices of their fimsly and not "well regulated" resistance movement and the lives of americans lost in their soil. Right now in europe we are having people being arrested for peacefully protesting, posting jokes online or even praying in public, judged without a public jury in secret courts and still europeans feel proud and safe in their ignorance. European society is crumbling much like american society, just by oposite ends of the same thread. Europeans don't even realize their democratic turn was not only inspired by the american revolution but also fought over the lessons learned in this same process. The french revolution was just a continuation of the US Revolution. And still they failed, derailed into barbarism, got Napoleon and the French Empire as result and most of Europe subjulgated in some point. Now we have a mostly unarmed Europe having it's borders and independence being defended by American weapons as military personel. Go figure... Europeans became so Sheepish that UK girl thinks being european is defined by being part of the european union and most individuals from non-latin europe would fall for and agree with this same lie.
I know what you mean with regards to Italians and the thought they’re all in the Mafia, I’m from Vegas and our city only helped perpetuate that. That said I’ve had life long friends who are Italian (either 1st generation, or 2nd or 3rd generation) and what I can say is they’re my favorite people, EXTREMELY hospitable, caring, passionate, all of the great things that makes up the best in humanity really. I hope to one day travel to Italy.
I’m from Canada, and when I travel people always assume that I am American. When they find out that I am in fact from Canada and not the US, their attitude and conversation totally changes towards me in a more positive way. There are definitely negative attitudes towards the US abroad.
I had the same experience way back in 1981. American tourists had a reputation for being loud, for one thing. I saw examples of that but I met many American youths who were very nice and likeable.
Most of the Canadians are just like the people from the US. And most of the mexicans are still, americans. US people are possibly the most extreme, but almost all of you have a certain kind of being that is just not compepable to us from the old world
@@rogercroitor4962 I believe you. My ancestors must have been very different from yours, to risk their lives crossing the Atlantic Ocean in a little wooden ship 400 years ago, to start a new life in a cold, harsh land like Canada.. A different breed.
Yeah I am colombian and American and I always say I am colombian when I am traveling abroad honesly I rather have the drug stereotype than been perceived as an American...
@@magistrumartiumThere is something in there, but don't go too far. A big part in surviving that ship was luck. And the difference that I'm talking is cultural, not genetic. Plus you don't know who my ancestors are, white americans are mainly made up of britts, germans and French. While europe is made up of more then that.
What people from other countries don’t seem to understand is the U.S. is so massive that your experience visiting the country is going to vary based off what state you go to. Just because you visited one state doesn’t mean you now understand the entire culture.
@@Hixoltage Saying this to any European is a giant red flag, about the most stereotype-confirming thing you can say as an American. Please don't do it. It's not remotely the same, and European countries have their own internal cultural divisions too. States are for sure different, some more than others, but European cultures have developed in part in opposition to other countries.
As a french living in Rouen, Normandy, we have many tourists from the USA, and they are for the most part of them, well educated and respectful. I have nothing but respect for them.
It's an exception for many Americans to take a vacation, let alone travel abroad. As an Airbnb host for years, I've noticed that half of my American guests were 50+ and traveling for the first time ever.
I'm a half Italian half Peruvian guy that has lived in both Italy and Perú as well as in the US (though for a brief time) and after noticing so many common patterns across these countries I noticed that I don't like tarnishing entire countries with so many different sides. Instead, I generally dislike very narcissistic, boorish and self entitled jerks, no matter the culture or country they may come from.
@@JohanDanielAlvarezSanchez What's happening in the US is happening in other countries as well, but we make fantastic fodder for groups that want to ignore their own issues. I mean the UK started a lot of the trans debates before the GOP did in the US. They also have had outright racism it's almost like half the US immigrated from there or something.
Couldn’t help but laugh out loud when they’re saying that Americans don’t know about geography, and then this British girl says “Wait, we’re not from Europe. We left the EU” 😂
Only a handful of Brits are like that, trust me. The vast majority of us do know we're European. Personally, I identify as all 3 of what I would class as my 'status' i.e. I am European, and British, and English.
@@Bertie22222 Most likely, yes. Plus, given that both my parents are native white English people, it's rare, but I speak 6 languages, so that confirms it too.
It’s fascinating how many say Americans are dumb or stupid. They seem so naive when they say that. Like they get all of their information from Hollywood and TikTok.
As a Brit, I studied American history at college, travelled all over parts of the East and West coasts there. I found many, many folks there to be friendly and chatty, especially outside of the big cities. I found Americans to be a mass of contradictions; patriotic, but always describing themselves as Afro-American, Irish-American, Italian American etc, but never just American. I also observed the quiet, but consistent self-segregation that most groups practice there. I was impressed by their stunning and varied geography and open spaces, but I was depressed by the homelessness (in the early 2000s), and the lack of health care and the culture of violence both by criminals and the police. I reminded myself that as a European, our diverse cultures are very old and have learnt from our many mistakes and achievements, America however is still a young country. The tipping culture in the US was particularly degrading however. All in all, European countries like the UK, Belgium and France also have problems with crime and terrorism - especially Brussels. I think it’s good not to get too sanctimonious when criticising America, as there are much worse places to live as many immigrants to the US will attest.
Finally someone who isn’t bias. Ignorance goes both ways. That’s all imma say. I see it from all people. Everyone claiming Americans are ignorant and this and that but others who aren’t from America can only bring up stereotypes or generalizations just like Americans and not get criticized for it. Everyone is the same. And I wish people stop generalizing America like it’s one type of people. I find it funny how people compare the US to the EU like… you’re comparing a country to many other countries.
Still a lot of homelessness here, so it’s probably the same if not worse than your visit during the 2000’s. As a Californian, I see homelessness all the time. Especially in LA and San Fran. I live in the OC, so it’s not as bad but it’s still pretty fucking terrible. I live in a fairly nice neighborhood, but if I look outside my window now I’ll surely see someone struggling without housing. The system is cruel and I want people to live equally. The United States praises independence and self-sufficiency so much that people seem to forget that we’re suppose to care for the weak and vulnerable. What’s the point of a community otherwise? I hope to see the U.S. become a more unified, peaceful, loving, and prosperous nation.
I'd like to raise a small counterpoint. A lot of European countries are more modern then the USA. Italy for example only unified in the 19th century. Since the fall of Rome really it hadn't been a unified Italian state. It spend a thousand years split into distinct nations. Belgium is an ever newer country, created a few decades later. These countries are younger then the USA as a country, a unified culture and often not even unified by language. The USA had plenty of time to learn as a country and claims to the contrary basically put Native Americans away as primitives without true culture.
I am a Nigerian immigrant who has lived in the US since I was 11 years old (I'm 41 now). In my experience, there is a lot of ignorance, racism, and violence in America. However, I find that the average American is kind hearted and has a generous spirit. Americans will rally round to help someone in a bind without thinking twice. Americans are big hearted people and I appreciate that about them.
Yeah that's kind of the idea we also have in Italy: Americans are big and stupid in both positive and negative ways. They're honest and generous but also simple and judgemental, ignoring the subtleties the world is filled with
They say that in the east coast when you get a flat tire people will talk smack to you, but they will still help. In the West coast, especially in California, if you get a flat tire people will laugh at you, say their condolences and leave you hanging. Whilst every other car that drives by is slowing down to stare you down like you ran over a pet. I’ve only visited the east coast a handful of times so im not exactly sure if it’s like that there. But I can definitely safely say that in the west coast people will never help you especially if your a man.
@@Mr.Scootini I live in the east coast and from experience, it depends where and it depends on who. Some don’t trust and walk the other way and others will help.
I have lived in the USA for the past 39 years. Been to Europe in different occasions. You face way more racism there than in the USA . If history is any indication, who are the ignorant ones.
The problem with us Europeans is we "think" we know Americans and America because we hear so much about it but the reality is unless you live somewhere you don't really know it. I fell in to this category for the first 30 years of my life until I realised after meeting a few how wrong I was and for that I'm sorry.
i don't need to live there to understand that making debts for studying and for healing myself is not a good thing. I don't need to live there to understand that a car-centric society with no sidewalks is a bad thing. I actually don't need to experience a gun fight to understand that being able to buy a gun so easily is foundamentally bad. Do you understand?
@@natural783 Actually the ignorance in your post illustrates exactly why you actually should spend time in a place if you are going to judge it. Do you understand?
@@christhackston9144i think it’s totally fair to recognize that the USA fails to treat their civilians with respect. You don’t have to live in the Us to see that, even if i have been there myself.
I was in London for the first time for a month in summer of 2004 or 2005. I was 24 and in law school. This was before social media, and at a time when even the internet was not yet in widespread use; I recall going to Internet cafe to use the computer while visiting. I will never forget two unsolicited comments from two different people, literally right after meeting them - one person letting me know with a chuckle how stupid they thought Americans were for voting GW in office, another person asking me if I rode a horse and owned a gun. Having interacted with people from numerous countries while living in the US, I would never think it appropriate to ask these types of questions while in the US, and think it’s absolutely bizarre that the British consider themselves more polite in general-I felt incredibly unwelcome there and wasn’t prepared at all for that. I can only imagine now how much their perception of Americans has worsened with the advent of social media and rampant information sharing. That was my personal experience and I hope that things have changed.
Whenever I see this discussion I always think of a story my father told me. He was in the American navy and was sent to Australia for a time. While there, he drove out to some middle of nowhere bar and started talking. Next thing he knows, all the Australians in this bar are buying him beers left and right and asking him to say words bc they liked his accent. They were just so excited to see a foreigner (one from another continent no less) in this tiny rural bar. I can’t help but think this interaction would never come today, or at least not at the same scale simply bc of the over-saturation America has had in pop culture and global trends/events. I think it’s normal for people who’ve never met an American or been to America to feel a frustration towards this and be quick to generalize all Americans with the stereotypes they have heard but have never seen. That being said, Ireland had one of the friendliest populations I’ve ever seen
I will never forget the time I tried to learn about other people's cultures and got in a group chat with Germans, Filipinos and other kinds of people. Everyone started hating America...it made me feel alienated. It was even weirder that they generalized so much that they were talking about white southern people when I am Mexican-American and live in Texas. It was so strange because I am glad that I get to live here because in some areas in Mexico it has become so crime driven. It's just so weird to be open to others and to be met with hostility. In some ways it feels like you aren't wanted by some Americans because you aren't white but you are also grouped into a stereotype by other countries. I honestly tried to defend America even though I never had the need to have pride in where I live but that negativity really got to me. It might not be perfect but no place ever is.
Yea I had an experience like that in Thailand. We stayed at a place in Chiang Mai outside of the touristy areas and everywhere we went people were excited to talk with and show us things. Stayed in like an airbnb type compound thing and every evening me, the owner, and his father would drink whiskey and cokes while his daughters and my wife played badminton with the little set I bought them.
A professor from England said something like this in a lecture in 1980: "When I came here in the 1950's, no one asked why I came to America. It was obvious. The most freedom, the highest standard of living, the most rights, etc. Now, people ask me why I came."
@JD-gk7eh Europe has declined??🤣🤣you've got a senile old man who can't speak as president, are attacked by your own government & the gayest/ most racist country in the world🤣🤣🤣🤣hell on earth you're all delusional
@@georgehenderson7783they come from literal hellholes of failed countries. That’s why they come to America, if they could they’d go to Europe not America
@@georgehenderson7783 bc America has advertised this "freedom " lie. Many other countries are a lot more free than America, they just don't make a show about it.
As a child, i remember watching American movies and observed a scene that was repeatedly used. The scene would consist of a child being tucked into bed by his parents. Different movies approached the scene differently, but the one line that would always be present is..."you can be anything you want to be" or something to that degree. I think the current American society is an echo of that statement, for better or for worse. From an outsider's point of view, it seems like there's no order. The capitalists and/or politicians are also using the confusion as a way to gain more. The average citizens are distracted by entertainment. All their energy goes to social media and they don't have any energy left for serious issues. In all fairness, my critics can be applied to a lot of countries.
Good observation. For myself, as an African I always belived America had an abundance of nutritious food! I grew up and realised I was soo far from the truth! I have a degree in human nutrition. That was eye opening, the findings were so bad it makes me question whether their government want to slowly but surely want to delete its own people.
As a freelancer, I have worked with hundreds of clients from USA and European countries. I find that almost always, Americans are more friendly, open minded and flexible to work with. They pay well and pay timely. On the other hand, most Europeans I have worked with are miserly, strict and little greedy at times. So, currently I only work with American clients. They are the best.
I 100% agree with you. I'm also a freelancer from Europe and American clients are the best. I guess it's because they earn more money than Europeans so of course they are nicer and more likely to pay more.
We grow up in Europe admiring the American myths: American dream, technology, their pop culture. At first we're genuinely convinced it's a whole new perfect world where everyone is happy, has money and a nice big house with the garage and a big car. Then you educate yourself, learn about the politics, the economy, contact people on the Internet and the bubble bursts. Because it's not entirely what they make it out to be.
I grew up in that world and it WAS wonderful, a dream, all that the myth implies, a place where ambition and hard work gets you the good life , My wife came from the Philippines and worked very hard to raise two college professors and a life of nice houses, cars, boats and we even owned an airplane , We were just average working class people. The modern world was invented in America
@@tompell2487 That's wonderful but if you've put two kids through American college, own boats, planes and a big house, you are not working class. You are upper middle class. I'm happy things worked out for you though!
Although not perfect, It most definitely lived up to the reputation of the myths you mentioned. I'm 48 born and raised here and sadly this is not the same beautiful America I grew up in. Our bought and sold government has been slowly and incrementally destroying this country and all that it stands for through our public education system and with the help of the sold out mainstream media. America is not alone in the B.S. as it seems most of the world is dealing with extra. As the late George Carlin said - “Governments don’t want a population capable of critical thinking, they want obedient workers, people just smart enough to run the machines and do the paperwork and just dumb enough to passively accept their situation.
Before coming to Europe, I had no idea about the perception people here have about America and Americans. On the first day of classes, after we met all our classmates, one of them said out loud "Thank God we don't have Americans in the group", another day one of my classmates met a lovely girl in a bar, everything was going pretty well, until he discovered she was American, at that point it changed his perception of her completely. At some point, I started to think this was not just a particular case, but instead, it was something that has become general. I am on the side where no one should be labeled or classified for nationality, or any other personal characteristic. I am a foreigner, I come from Colombia, I've been labeled a lot of times when meeting people from abroad, and regardless of how American act most of the time, generalizing will never be the right way to get to know someone.
But some Americans DO act poorly when traveling. It's not all Americans, but I bet we can both agree that the ones who do are also the loud, brash ones that draw attention to themselves.
@lilbertsmom3561 I find that hilarious cause I have met Europeans who will be loudest ones in the building and it's awkward af. Granted maybe I have been in the presence of Europeans before and they were so well behaved and mundane I forgot it. Probably the same in Europe. Americans who are so well behaved you didn't even realize it. The loudest and negative interactions stand out the most.
@@lilbertsmom3561 Statistically, Americans commit the second least amount of crimes per capita as foreigners in Europe, only above Japan. Stereotyping of personal experience is anecdotal.
This was really difficult to watch as a Native American. Agreeing with a lot of it while also knowing that we’ve been erased and grouped into this generalization without a say is really sad.
@@lullaby218 Survival of the fittest your mom. Colonialism is never justified, no matter if the people who lived on those lands before were fighting each other. Do you realize that with your logic you can excuse much of the slave trade, since certain African states were happy with selling slaves?
As an American I feel very sad about that. How the Native American people were treated was abhorrent. Many Native Americans treated the first colonists with kindness when they arrived and then this is how they were repaid. I know justice can never be done for what happened but I can tell you that for myself I am sorry for what occurred to the Native American people and it saddens me.
Another perspective to Americans that has probably not been a top discussion here… but I’m from Sweden, which is a Scandinavian & Nordic country. I don’t think we’re the only ones, probably lots of other countries in Europe feel the same way. But in the same way the US is a big country with a lot of states that are very different to each other, Europe is a continent with a lot of different countries with different cultures, languages, history and stereotypes. I don’t consider myself “European” more than being part of that continent and for political reasons, but when we’re talking about my personal identity, heart & culture. I’m Swedish and I’m Scandinavian/Nordic. I have ties with Denmark, Norway, Finland and Iceland which we consider as our brothers & sisters and we truly love. The world’s stereotypes of “Europeans” or “Europe” are usually based on the south Europe or the historical powerful countries. Every time I hear something about Europeans (like this video) or someone’s been in Europe, I never include myself into that category and assume these people have been to France, Spain, Italy, UK, Belgium, Netherlands etc. and talk about them. Because even though we share a lot of similarities, we’re also very different. Having that said, we Swedes aren’t easily offended, so it’s absolutely cool that you say those things. I’m not crying myself to sleep 😁 But what I want to emphasise with all this connected to the video as well is that, when the context is about “Europeans don’t like Americans…” or “this is what Europeans think about Americans…” usually they’re talking about a few countries, sometimes maybe one. And it’s absolutely not the opinion of the European continent. I am from Sweden and I have no issues with Americans at all! I’ve been to the states several times both on the east & west coast + the Hawaii islands, so I understand how different it is. But I’ve also enjoyed it every time because the people have been so welcoming, friendly and nice. I’ve also had my best Mexican food in the south US & other great experiences. In Sweden we’ve also always loved your movies & TV shows, music, brands & lots of stuff. I also like your attitude, which was mentioned in the video. And can sometimes feel how nice it would be to have the same confidence and believe in yourself like you have or in the country. Here’s my perspective of it all and I can also get annoyed at Europeans how they behave towards the rest of the world sometimes. Also very ignorant and a bit degrading. No hard feelings from me! And I perceive Swedish people & Scandinavians to be less “anti-America” as well. It’s not like this at all. All the best from Sweden 🇸🇪🤝🇺🇸
I personally know a number of Russians and my daughter in law is Russian. Americans I've found don't hold individual Russians responsible for the structure of Russian government and its leadership. People are people around the world I've found when it comes down to it. We want to be treated with respect, we want to be loved and want to be permitted to express who we are as individuals without being persecuted for it
@@jpslaym0936 Belgian here, and in my school that i know off and see at bus pick up, 2 russian famelies that live here now.. they were here before the war of course.. at the start, i feel we did see russian more as victums too of Putin dreams.. but that changed with the intercepted calls, in witch russian mothers told their suns at the front not to have to much compasion and to see the enemies as dirty swines and such... that really turned the mood toward the russian support this 'military operation' way to much... i wish you a lot of strength !! it's weird how supportive russian are toward a clear pure invasion from russia to territoy outside it... but of course there is almost no press freedom left, so the counter voices are largely silenced...
At least I and most of my friend group doesn't hold Russian citizens accountable for what their dictator is doing. We also hear the voices of protest, and follow their surpression (imprisonment, flight, banishment). I have watched certain channels to hear the voices on the Russian streets (and how careful people need to be). Yes, there appear to be those that support his politics, next to those who don't. Last but not least, the many young Russian lives lost due to this is also saddening.
Why Europeans ( and pretty much the rest of the World) dislike Americans: 1. They can't even find Europe, or most American states, on a map; 2. Most Americans can't even read, write, or speak proper English; 3. Most American High School graduates have little to no STEM acumen, nor will qualify to complete hard science and technical programs of study; 4. Even America's poor act entitled: Hotels and restaurants BEGGING for workers, and where are the Americans taking the jobs? They tried a program in the Deep South of America; EBT/Food Stamp recipients had to show up to work on farms that desperately needed workers. Most walked off the job in the middle of the day. Many of the crops went un-picked and rotted. Who's taking all those jobs? Not Americans.... 100,000's immigrants willing to work - but they have to wait 6-9 mos to be processed, how does that make sense?
I've lived in America for 2 years. And I will say that the news is truly what shapes how America is viewed. I never wanted to live here. But i met a person and fell in love. The people I've been exposed to have been kind and welcoming. But i will say that, generally speaking, the American in the city is different than the country.
Somehow, Americans in the city are assholes and Americans in rural areas are bigots Then there's the small cities, and medium cities, and maybe somewhere in there, there is some well-rounded kindness
America is not a name of a country .... United States is the correct name .... i live in North America ... Canada and USA does not own Canada or south america
In the first foreign country I visited at age 15, my nose told the that sanitary sewers and rain runoff sewers are the same thing in most of the world, if there are sewers at all.
You don't know a whole country just because you visited it. Everybody has opinions and narrow perspectives. How many Americans themselves barely understand America or the same for any country
It seems to me that most of the people interviewed have never even been to the US. They're also basing their opinions on teens and social media influencers. That's an extremely small segment of the US.
As an Irish woman, I generally really like Americans. They're friendly, hard-working and fun. Thing I don't like about America (and I know I share this with the vast majority of Europeans) is the Health Care system. No 1 cause of bankruptcy for Americans. I think it's beyond cruel and senseless. They deserve sooooo much better.
Yes, we do deserve better. But about half of the voters don't seem to think that. It's a tragedy. My mother voted her entire life to keep a health care system that did her (and her family) really badly before she passed away last year.
I’m 54 and this is a big concern for me. We will likely be uninsured soon, and as the sole money-maker in my family (at this time) it’s frightening to think what would happen if I became sick. We would lose everything we’ve worked for. We would be homeless.
I'm 50, born in 1972, American, Texan. You can imagine how much I've seen the US change. I've been to 34 countries, every country in Europe, more than one visit per country, and for several weeks at a time. I've spoken with Austrians, Slovakians, Croatians, Italians, Russians, Belarusians, Ukrainians, English, Irish about the US. Eastern Europeans have different views than the West Europeans. Over the years the attitudes toward America grew more cynical. However I will tell people I am from Texas and this was received in a much more positive way than saying I was American. One thing to keep in mind about Europeans. They are separate countries with separate cultures, languages, traditions and norms, all living together as neighbors in an area smaller than the US. So yes, they must know other languages and must being willing to travel, must accept different cultures, must be curious about other countries, because they are not as homogenous as Americans living in 50 States but speaking the same language under one Federal Government. It makes a huge difference because of that. And on that truth rests the reasons why Europeans think we live in a bubble, unwilling to learn different languages or get to know other people's. If Europe was governed by one entity, one culture, one language, they would be no different. I'm a conservative with center leanings, and I do not want to remain in the US, because it does not feel familiar to me anymore. As for the internet, social media and the speed, rate and volume that toxic, fake, hyped, exaggerated or incorrect information flows through people's minds world wide, the US looks like an insane asylum through that lens.
I dunno, it still appears to me that the geographic knowledge of europeans is better beyond european borders as well. Like knowing some names of African or Asian countries, or hearing a countries name and linking it correctly to its continent. Not high level geography as well, but there are plenty of videos out there that indicate that americans often struggle with that. If americans are better in southamerica than in europe, the isolation and distance might be a reason, since europe is greatly linked to asia and africa as well, but I don‘t know. It appears go me that there is just a desinterest sometimes, because the world seemingly revolves around america (Superpower, Hollywood, silicon valley etc)
Reading the introduction of your comment I felt I was dying to read it as I was instantly connected to your status. But it seems that the comment is actually divided into two separate parts not interacting with each other. It's not clear the reason why you desire to leave the US anymore or better the reason why as a conservative you don't identify with the US reality especially if I take into account that things inside the Texas state still resist to the general madness. Of course if I get to move a little bit farther and suspect that you are bothered by the whole wokeness insanity (or better stupidity) that has startled on the head the US millenial generation then I have news for you. And it's not encouraging. At first, independently speaking of the above, I have started a while now to hear of people in need to abandon the US because of the general domination of useful idiots throughout the sociopolitical scene. In fact a few days ago I read the comment of a Greek born and grown in the US that, as he wrote, he has already been repatriated in Greece because of the same reason. BUT. But - as he clearly admitted himself in his narration - and I can easily confirm the wokeness idiocy has struck big time Europe as well. The EU has started to fall for the political correctness nazism/fascism and more or less in any European country now you can enjoy watching the normal be considered as abnormal and vice versa. Just as a representative example I am going to quote that these ultimate times in Greece harming by proof a cat or a dog entails a regular arrest from the state with instant trial and the imposition of a jail penalty with a contemporaneous astronomic fine of thousands of euros. At the same time it's passed on the news and you face the public scorn and contempt. If, on the other hand, you commit assault to another human being in a few hours you are set free with little to no consequences whatsoever. What I am trying to say is that even if you think that things have taken for good the wrong turn where you are don't take for granted that in Europe you'll have your head wrapped up around together. In a few words, stay where you are, you are still pretty fine..
I'm a British born person of Indian descent and have been living in New Jersey for the last 20 years. I'll give you an example of American kindness that I recently experienced: I went to Mexico for some medical treatment and when crossing the border back into the American side, my husband and I found that our taxi did not show up, nor did we have any other contacts to call for a ride to the airport. I spotted a elderly white couple and explained we were stranded with a flight to catch, and I asked if there were any buses that came this way. Immediately, without hesitation, the lady insisted that she would be drop us off at the airport!! Whilst living here, I have found that American's are generally kind, super friendly people. It's the politics, medical system, and social media that is causing ruin.
Thank you for saying that. The truth is, social media and politics do not reflect what most average Americans are really like. Most of us are genuinely kind, good people.
Totally pity both of you living in NJ. I am from New England (Maine) and NJ airport and many individuals I met from NJ we’re just out right rude, abrasive etc.
One year later Argentyna under Milei has changed a lot after 80 years of Peronism. They finally came to understand the negative effects of COLECTIVISM and having the government provide you for life at the expense of the ones who DO work hard.
I relate so much to the people that said the perception toward the US has changed. Growing up in Asia I always thought the US was the best country to be in, that status has gone down massively now that it’s so easy to see the problems in the US through the lens of social media and my international work environment. After being exposed to many other cultures like French, English, German, Middle Eastern, and fellow Asian countries, I’ve realised my idea of the US when I was little was very wrong. Many countries have better healthcare systems, school curriculums, lower crime rate, higher employment rate, and people are encouraged to learn multiple languages to be connected with the world, while many Americans are so proud to be single-language speakers, that’s so bizarre to me.
Where are you getting the perception that Americans are proud to be single-language speakers? Most Americans just don't give a second language a thought which is justifiable considering how much it costs us to go anywhere other than somewhere in the U.S. I've never heard any American act proud about not knowing a second language (and almost all of us take at least 1 foreign language in school... we just have no reason to practice it).
@@Haylla2008h am getting it by meeting Americans who say 'fuck this language why would I ever need anything other than pure English" living in the middle of Tokyo, Brazil and Paris where everyone not in the tourism industry doesn't give an eff about the English language. I haven't heard anyone from anywhere else say something like that, though am pretty sure many think it.
@Haylaa2008 I completely second that. I am American(living in Eastern Europe, Latvia, for 13 yrs).. but I have never in my 50 yrs heard American say they’re proud that they only speak English and/or only need to learn English. Never.
Many years ago I recall an American asking my friend a similar question. He was starting to answer by saying that Americans think everything about the USA is the best when she interrupted by saying Yes but it is! At this point my friend looked at me and said, well, we don't always agree with that. The girl looked stunned. The idea that not everyone always thought everything about the USA was the best was just outside her field of thought.
I often get that look if I say anything that suggests that the USA isn't the best. I look and sound like an average white American, but I was raised in Asia.
That is one person. Generally it's the loudmouths, bigots, narrow-minded, egocentric people that are the loud ones and so they get noticed. Unfortunately the news thinks that people get bored by seeing good things in the world (and actuality, I think that is the general truth, but not with everyone) so that's why we always see tragedy on TV.. sensationalism, and all the far-right Republican crazy stuff on the news. People need to notice that the Republican party nowadays has one agenda, and that is to oppose all the good that the Democratic party attempts to do.
Personally, I think the Cold War is a major factor in that. Various administrations promoted loud, energetic patriotism to distance oneself from the USSR and, later on, from China. The same was being done in those countries as well. The culture of present-day Russia and of China have that same intense patriotism and idea that their country is the greatest in the whole world.
Tbf most young Americans these days think the governments and infrastructure everywhere else are better and are working hard to change it. The extreme patriotism and American Exceptionalism is mostly an older conservative ideal, though of course there are young conservatives who follow in the footsteps of their parents
@@neighthyn7 I've noticed even the younger people sometimes can't get over american exceptionalism. For example they tend to think that every problem in the world is US's fault.
I'm Dutch, and I think it's a lot of the things already said in this video, which come down to problems in the political system (gun laws, left vs. right, big gap between rich and poor, etc.), but I don't think you can judge someone just for being born in the US. There must be people on both sides of the political spectrum, a lot of them being wonderful people, and I think Europeans who are being rude to Americans without getting to know them don't see this difference between the collective and the individual.
My experience with Americans, is that no matter how clever they are or how well educated they are, all of them are affected and a bi-product of the black and white blue Vs red kind of mentality that is just absurd for an outsider and most Europeans feel that that's coming from stupidity not their environment. Of course not every American is stupid and of course every American can be stupid and clever in the same way every other person from anywhere in the world can. It's just that their point of view is a very counter intuitive point of view for Europeans (and the majority of the world in general).
The political system - and some other 'external' aspects such as religious indoctrination or having to compete against someone else in _so_ many regards - have quite an effect on the _mindset_ of individual people. It's not the "fault" of the individual when they develop that mindset, but it is a problem - and, going with what I've been taught over and over, it's the responsibility of the individual to recognize problems like that and work against them (think about N*zi propaganda and you'll know exactly what I'm talking about...) So, is it the _fault_ of individual US Americans that they have this black-and-white, us-versus-them, "we're the good guys"... mindset? No. Is it their responsibility to fact-check and find out just how terrible and harmful - and in part just wrong - that mindset is? Yes, I'd say they are.
@@Arltratlo to play the devil's advocate, can you name more than 10 states and place them on the map. Also this is not just Americans, that's Australians too, the reason is not because they are ignorant (necessarily) but because they are cut in a bubble in a way. Then again to be fair Australians also can easily name most countries in South East Asia, Americans can't name half of central America nor point on the map most of Latin America.
@TheFanDubFan I would hardly call it "left vs right". The Democrats would be regarded even more right-wing than the Tories in the UK, or CDU in Germany. Mention in CZcams about HealthService and you'll be named by many as being a so-called "Libtard". For them, this is regarded as the first step towards communism. (and don't try to have a conversation about the 2nd Amendment, it's a waste of time). Of course you can't blame them for being born there, but many don't seem to be able , or willing, to look beyond the horizon. This has much to do with the education they have.They are indoctrinated without even knowing it. I've been there several times, have American friends who have visited Europe and have realized they are not the centre of the world.
No one should apologize for who they are. Americans are accused of living in a bubble but you don’t understand the vastness of the country. It’s great that you were able to visit many countries outside USA but USA also has many subcultures within it and other beautiful characteristics.
The main line that I feel in video and in the comments, that people frustrated from being viewed not like humans. For people it always sad to have been attitude in this way.
Vastness of the country doesn't affect it still using the worst of what could still be called democratic voting methods First Past The Post. Which is directly the main culprit of two party system, political polarization and so on. More than any culture and political party specific issue. Vastness doesn't matter to lack of universal healthcare (and no big country, lots of people isn't argument. Resources scale with population. Yeah there is more people to treat and cover, but there is also more people and wealth to do the treating and covering). I don't have to concern with the vastness of USA to know it still hasn't fully abolishes slavery and hasn't abolishes death penalty at all. So on and so on. These are concrete problems, concrete matters. Now whether American is in a bubble is individual thing. Which is one thing people can be blamed for in Europe. Making the American they meet carrier for the sins of the country out of hand. Heck not surprising some of the harshest, non-bubble critics of USA are Americans, not surprising, they have large motivation for it. If there weren't any aware critics things like National Popular Vote Interstate Compact wouldn't exist. It being clear attempt to fix said First Past The Post and Electoral college problems. However there absolutely is Americans who are fair game for the "you are in bubble and ignorant". These are the "USA Number 1, USA is greatest country on Earth" people. Who do exist. It isn't all Americans, but they are real group. Come to talk to me with "USA is the Greatest".... I will absolute make that person carry the sins of the country, since they just themselves first made themselves champion of their country with such massive extraordinary claim. I will ask how still partially having slavery be legal makes them greatest country on Earth and so on with various troubles of the country. Since you just claimed to me it is the greatest and well I think I have some refuting evidence.
As a European, I really adore how Americans are positive and not afraid to do something. At least, that was my impression when I was in the US. Also, you can easily meet and chat with Americans. Very open and friendly.
But here's my question to you... Europeans love our fashion are movies are music they want us to protect them when it comes to war so if we have such a huge impact on your life how can you hate us
This video really got me thinking about why, as an Australian, I don't have the most positive view of America. I think it's because I so rarely see good news about things going on there in the news. It's almost always bad news, which is what contributes to the bad image of America, in my mind. It's really a shame that everyone is grouped into one opinion when everyone is an individual and is completely different.
Just like most other countries in the world, day to day life here is mostly uneventful if not totally boring. I can think of only one time I’ve seen a gun in public carried by someone who wasn’t a uniformed police officer. I’ve never been a victim of any kind of crime in the 27 years of my life either. The 24 hr news cycle and social media have painted the US as some sort of war zone. And while there is more violent crime here than in other developed countries, as long as you aren’t in a gang and avoid bad neighborhoods, your chances of being a victim of violent crime are extremely low. As for our circus politics, every country has at some point gone through social and political turmoil. Hopefully this is just an unstable period that will pass sooner rather than later.
That's a really good point. I stopped watching televised major news outlets here in America because they are funded by political parties and tend to focus on negative events and/or topics that people cannot agree on. By doing this, it makes the nation seem more polarized than it is. The time allotted to positive segments is very limited and finding unbiased news is difficult. There are independent journals, but those aren't often followed by people living outside the country.
@jemimafreeman Australians only really like Australians. They are in no position to pass judgement about the worst traits of Americans as they have most of them with the exception of the blind belief to have the right to possess guns and their stance on abortion. Australians idolise the British and treat Europeans with utter contempt. There are even TV series like "SuperWog". Not kidding. Unfortunately, I made the worst decision of my life believing the hype about Australia, moved over here, bought a house and brought up my kids here. I simply can't forgive myself. My children have tried all this time to avoid learning to speak Italian because of the strong prejudice that exists against my country fellows. Look up "the Olive Menace" to read more about the depths of disdain Australian feel towards Italians, or maybe you don't need to. Because you are one of those people who subscribe to that mentality. Go on, do prove me wrong.
I’m surprised nobody talked about ecology there. When I went to America that’s what shocked me the most. They didn’t recycle, used their huge cars to do 200m, used AC so much and so high. They seemed to not care at all, and this was very concerning for me since it is one of the biggest countries…
I know. Its great. BTW, China and India are the biggest polluters. And I am not giving up my car, thank you. Nor am I living a Third World existence because the temperature might go up a degree or two in the next hundred years. Please. This is so overblown.
As a European, let me tell you that Europeans will like Americans very quickly when Russia knocks from the East front. They forgot without America, WWII could've turned out differently. So they better behave accordingly. However, having said all that, we do think Americans eat too unhealthy and have dumb gun control measures.
@@xPhantomxify Thank you. Yes, the bear is moving out of his cave and starting on the hunt. Europe still needs the US. Now, respectfully, as to our "dumb" gun control measures, the reason for us having so much "gun violence" is due to racial/demographic issues in our population. I am sick and tired of us being compared to Europe when it comes to crime and violence. Our demographics are more similar to Brazil than to say France or Germany. And we have far less homicide per capita than Brazil. I think that is all I can say, without offending the PC police. Thank you again for your comment. Peace.
Its because a lot of the things to "help the enviroment" end up being scams. Recycling ends up dumped in the ocean but government connected business made out like bandits on the infrastructure for it . Obama scammed mountains of money for his campaign donators for "green energy" business that ate it all and declared bankrupcy and our media has a rolling timeline of "In 10 years you will all be DEAD from Global warming" going since the 1970s. Nobody trusts it and anything meaningful gets lost in the crowd . That and none of these people give a damn that most of the worlds enviromental problems are coming out of Southeast Asia but we need to be taxed over grocery bags and straws "for our own good"
As a Canadian, we have always been told to wear a Canadian flag pin on our clothes when travelling abroad because we will be treated so much better. If we speak English or look foreign, they might assume we are American and we won't get as warm a reception. We have been told this FOR DECADES. It was always this way- not just recently. I travelled to Europe in the '70's and was told this. I agree with others who have commented when they say that America is very ego-centric and doesn't go beyond it's own borders in terms of thinking. Part of their intolerance and even ignorance is due to a school system which focusses on teaching to the standardized test instead of teaching critical thinking skills. That said, there are many lovely Americans and I don't want to lump everyone together. I guess it is just the ignorant ones who get attention and end up spoiling it for the better Americans.
It's also often taught how great America is, while it's dark past and general wrongdoings are hardly mentioned, if at all. And despite this they still learn almost nothing about the history of other countries, even resulting in some cases of Americans thinking there is no history outside of America after the declaration of independence.
I'm from England, but I lived in New England, USA for a while. My perception of Americans and American culture in general is that: - Everyone works super hard (far too hard for what they earn, in my opinion) - 99.9% of Americans are warm, friendly and funny. - American's are a bit louder and demand more attention in a social setting - They don't necessarily have the time or take the time to enjoy the simple things in life (terrible work/life balance) - There is a lot of materialism and impulsiveness, as well as a very competitive nature to the average American I met - They were very interested and sometimes fascinated in my Englishness but all bar none had huge misconceptions/stereotypes about what England was like (I must live in or close to London, I drink tea and only tea, I have met the Queen, I was rich and stuck-up, etc). People also found it really weird that our Police in the UK do not carry guns. - There seemed to be an even bigger class and rich/poor divide than in the UK even, as well as more racism, homophobia and general bigotry. - They have a can-do attitude and strong work ethic despite the lack of support networks/government support/accessible healthcare available to the people. - There is a lack of holidays and free time/family time and most people live on convenience foods and products and have quite unhealthy lifestyles. Of course, take these observations with a pinch of salt - they by no means describe everyone I met, but these were the most notable general differences I can remember.
Pioneer spirit. Glad you picked up on that. The U.S. is definitely the most "CAN DO" country in the world. I wonder if you realize that you display some aspects of Brit socialism that really only came into being after WWII? The "louder" comment fascinates me, and I believe you are correct, but don't fully understand it yet. Aren't Brits "loud" after they've been in a pub for a few hours? I met one older Brit friend and colleague overseas -- an expat in Asia -- who was a fanatic about this loudness thing and it actually got him into trouble with the music-playing locals who kicked HIM out of the apartment building!
You are spot on here. As an American, I have been to England and noticed that of course not everyone is rich and stuck up or drinks only tea. Most Americans are hard working, but many of them are uneducated, and by "uneducated" I mean lacking in critical thinking skills. Many people go to college here and earn a degree, but still can stay locked into the same political and social culture wars that have been ruining my country. It's not that most Americans aren't great people, it's that most American's don't have great minds. They are too obsessed with celebrities and politicians, instead of their own history. Which is why we keep repeating it. I loved England, and plan to go back to visit.
Damn it. This hit hard. I’m a 37 year old American from NJ. I moved to Japan in 2015 and my whole life changed there. I met my wife, got married, and had a child. Living there for 6 years completely opened up my eyes to how other people are living their lives. I had no idea how much easier and more enjoyable life was outside the US. A lot of it had to do with the great healthcare system, and amazing public transportation. These things most people don’t have in the US. In the Fall of 2021 I moved back to the US and it’s been a real struggle for me. The amount of money I make is almost similar but the cost of living was way cheaper plus they have a good social safety net. Also the lifestyle is way healthier in Japan. I had horrible reverse culture shock and still am thinking about moving back to Japan.
Half of Americans would still drive their trucks if they had excellent public transportation at their disposal - because that's not what individual freedom is about, what American exceptionalism means, right? And THAT mixture of ignorance, arrogance, and intentional wastefulness is what us Europeans despise about Americans. Also, don't move back to Japan. Highly dysfunctional society, not a healthy place to live long-term.
Thank you, as an American who had a beautiful time in your country, Lithuania. Some Lithuanians, when finding out where I live here in the USA, got so excited to talk about basketball (university even), as that’s very big here. I hope to visit again soon!
I find the same when I’m in Europe as an Australian. I’ve had Europeans be rude to me and they will always ask “where in America you from” and I will say “sorry I’m actually from Australia, I’m from Melbourne” - and just the complete attitude shift. They will become friendly and apologise for thinking I was American. I would dismiss it if it was once or twice, but it kept happening as I met people. Even in Australia we have a negative view of Americans cause we feel a lot of their issues, especially social issues dominate us too much. Kinda sick of hearing about it; and the internet and social media causes it.
Ew that's nasty behavior tbh. Im from new york so I know I'd hate if someone treated me like that and it just makes people wanna distant themselves from folks with negative behaviors. I've heard it happens to Canadians too. They assume they're American but once they say that they're not, it's all smiles and jokes lol. And Europeans say that we're the ignorant ones 🤦♂️
@@dangercat9188 They have a lot of flaws in their culture and political situation like the European union stripping every membering country's sovereignty (and pushing nefarious agendas), but if they hate the US so much, they could at least do their job (since they are so good at geography) and tell American states apart. And stop thinking Americans support everything that happens at the white house (most of them actually don't like what is decided there) whether nationally or internationally.
As an American, I think European bigotry against us is rampant. It's unfair, but I don't think Europeans are self-aware in their assumptions toward Americans.
I absolutely resonated with the point about extremes, that Americans are either super poor or super rich, etc. I'm from the US and when I studied abroad in Paris, that was the first time I truly experienced the beautiful mundane. Tons of people who are right in the middle living fulfilling lives and enjoying themselves without a need for an excess of anything. Whenever I tell my mom I'd like to move to Europe or specifically France, she always says that you can't make much money there, that the salaries in the US are unbeatable. But in France, I experienced not needing much money to be happy, not needing to chase upward career mobility for the sake of compensation because you're never actually living in fear of needing healthcare or a retirement savings. Train tickets to neighboring countries are under $100, good food is inexpensive and highly valued, working extremely hard is looked down upon. In Paris, I could actually just focus on the present moment because it was beautiful whereas in the US I constantly live in fear of the future.
So interesting, i'm french and i born there . I never thought about how the young generation can feel itself in America about fear of lack of money specially for healthcare . We are so lucky, if we don't have money we can do all studies for free, we have grants for renting apartments , specially when you are a student , free healthcare etc Thank's for putting our feet back on the ground
And Paris is not a cheap city compared to other cities in Europe. Come to Spain and you'll be surprised on how cheap good food can be. Or things like internet, train, etc...
I find the good salaries thing ironic as Americans don't get paid well at all overall people are overworked and underpaid maybe some places are cheap to live that you don't notice it but even that going away but I think it's because Americans don't form unions or see if their employer are taking advantage of them instead they think their not working and enough
I agree with most things but there's something to be said about European smugness too. We Europeans tend to be quick to judge but we have our issues too which we're happy to forget.
@@logician3641 But then Trump really doesn't understand how the world works either. It was never about paying a fair share but about increasing national defense spending to a certain target. Which was already planned for anyhow (you also need something to spend the money on after all).
@@finestPlugins I think Trump knew that. 'Paying their fair' share was just a euphomism to illustrate the point. What I am trying to say, is that if Europeans en mass feal so strongly about the US being made up of incompetant, fat, over-hyped, stupid fools, then why continue to rely on them for defense? It would seem that continuing to do so would demonstrate the European's lack of intelligence and forsight.
I love this interrogation, this way of hearing who & where we are as other cultures perceive us. You are diplomatic & that’s an asset. You are able to know & humble (not kowtowing) meaning respectful by allowing those of whom you are inquiring to feel free to tell the Truth. To me, you are able to do this. I think it is wonderful that you have lived in other cultures. Add too, your ability to speak French (which I am unable to do) is impressive. You are not the “Ugly American.” To me a sign of humility is the willingness to give increased Awareness because you are willing to know.
I think that another reason why America is seen negatively around the world is that it is a country that we are all intimately familiar with-or, at least, that we think we are. As an Argentine who moved to the U.S. three years ago for college, I'd say that most people have no opinion of Argentina either way. When I say I'm from Argentina, they'll maybe associate the country with a famous figure (like the Pope, Eva Perón, etc.) or with football (soccer). And that's okay. I mean, Argentina isn't all over the news all the time and we don't produce movies and shows that make up >90% of what most of the world consumes. But the U.S. does do that. So, we all know quite a bit about American culture, its problems, and so on, at least insofar as it is portrayed accurately. In the end, you simply cannot criticize something you don't know. Argentina, like all places in the world, has its good things and its bad things, and so does the US, but, if our issues aren't publicized all the time in the news and social media, they simply won't affect the way people elsewhere view our country. All in all, yes, there are things wrong with the US, many of which were named in the video, but as someone who's been living here for a while I can also say that there are a lot of great things.
Your point is probably the most valid. The thing is that usa imposed their subculture made of individualism, consumism and capitalism, to the rest of the world, from hollywood movies and netflix, to mcdonalds and cocacola, to military bases with nukes if you are lucky and getting invaded or politically manipulated or bombed with nukes if not so lucky. Usa imposed their fat, violent presence to others, imposing even this damm english language. The rest of the world didnt make the decision to be invaded culturally and military. Thats why we all judge usa and not argentina
The US is far from blameless but I think if you took the time to actually learn a little more history you might be surprised how little your fantasy resembles reality.
I agree and I would add that the fact that all the world is familiar with American culture, but Americans are not familiar with any other culture makes American perceive their culture as the only one possible. That is very upsetting to me.
I must say, as an Australian traveller I've considered wearing a t-shirt that says "Not American" because when people find out we're Australian they often say, "Oh, you're not American" and suddenly become a lot nicer. America has a really bad rep at the moment and its probably not fair to the average person, especially the Americans who actually travel overseas.
Why the bad rep? I am an American. I am starting to hear that the Trans agenda is really being pushed and in let's say conservative areas like Afghanistan it's not going well. Also, Japan and other parts of Africa and the Middle East are not comfortable with the trans movement.
People are nice in the USA until we talk about politics. Then people take a cultish stance and show their ignorance blatantly. It’s a problem when you live here and see all the inequality there is.
@@mariog7213 What has happened is the progressive movement has politicized everything and now those on the right are doing the same thing in response. As far as inequalities you will always have them. Often it's because of personal choices. I have noticed that people with financial stress often smoke, drink, use drugs or generally lazy and feel they are owed by society. Those vices are expensive and take time away from more productive endeavors. This idea of equality was covered in the short story Harrison Bergeron. I think Jesus said the poor will always be with you. Benjamin Franklin stated he noticed the more programs for the poor the more poor you have. Here is an economic thought I have had. If you get rid of government food assistance for the poor what would happen to the price of food? It should go down.
One thing I noticed in Cancun is Canadians go out of their way to let people know they’re not Americans. From having the maple leaf in hats and shirts to shuttles catering to them.
First of all, I'd like to praise you for your honesty. I spent three weeks in the US as a tourist. I visited Manhattan, Washington D.C. and stayed in Williamsburg and McGaheysville in Virginia. I criss-crossed this state by car. And I should say it was awsome. People were kind, wanted to be helpful. And whenever I said I was from Brasil, they always had a smile and said very nice things. Three years later, I went to Europe, more specifically, Rome, London, Stirling and Paris. I'm a fluent English speaker and my accent is American. I perfected my pronunciation to the point that it is hard to spot my origins. So, in London and Paris, I felt some negativity towards me from younger people whenever I spoke, specially in London. In Paris, something funny happened: we've just arrived and were tired and hungry. So we just wanted to get some fast food and take it to the hotel. I asked a beautiful French girl where I could get it and firstly, she asked me where I was from. After telling her I was Brazilian, she said: "Oh, it's ok then!". This was in 2015, when Obama was the president. Imagine if it were two years later. Since then, I've been thinking to sound a bit more mid-Atlantic-ish. I loved my trip to Europe by the way.
Lived in the US for 6mnths, Seattle Washington, Sacramento, changed my mind re working there, racism palpable, won't go back unless I have to, instead worked in London for 5yrs loved every minute of it.
@@marionpetersen832 As a Native American (Choctaw) who’s been around Western Europe (studied in Germany, traveled to France, Italy, the UK, Belgium, and the Netherlands), you’re experience was the direct opposite of mine. I found Europeans to me much more racist. I would get stared at and some restaurants refused to serve me. Also, walking down the street in Germany, when they saw my Korean girlfriend they would pull back their eyelids and say “Ching Chong”. People told my Romani friend that he wasn’t really French even though he was born and raised there. Everyone thinks the US is more racist because we talk about it more. You’ll see it on the news and social media because we see it as deeply problematic. If you’re racist in the US, you’d probably get the crap kicked out of you (and rightfully so). The only true racists you’ll ever see are older, rural people who most of us don’t like either. That’s why I was shocked to see such a degree of racism in large European cities In fact, our racism was invented by European powers centuries before the US became an independent country. 90% of my own people were wiped out by 1690. The persecution we faced under the American government is merely a continuation of centuries of European sponsored oppression and genocide.
@@RobertJeffreyHill your last point is so important! It’s hard to understand why many people in European countries say that they are not racist or racism is an American issue. We talk about often so of course it’s a huge issue here. In many countries they don’t even begin to talk about the various levels of racism that exist in Europe. Modern racism stems from much of the rhetoric pushed by Europe throughout the entire age of exploration all the way to today’s globalization. Additionally, like you and your girlfriend, many non-white Europeans have experienced overt racism in both comments and treatment while in Europe
I am an American who has traveled extensively and lived abroad for several years.Europeans, understandably, have no real concept of the size of the US.They can't possibly know how Americans are, except for maybe a handful here or there. And, just like in the US, the media is often the source of their "knowledge". It comes across as extremely myopic, unintelligent and envious. A video like this does nothing to help people realize we're all the same.
Your comment made me laugh, you attempt to defend your country by encompassing the stereotypical American, Condescending, conceited and oblivious to the people in the world around them! A comment like this does nothing to help your point!
It’s good to discuss this openly… I’m a US-born American living near New Orleans and have lived also in NYC, Florence IT, San Francisco, Palm Beach & did some traveling from England down through Europe into Sicily in the 90s. On the whole, I love my home country (a place where individualism is revered), but also find it perplexing, frustrating, and excessive in its consumption of everything from stuff to media to hype etc. It often feels out of balance and immature. Your interviews and the comments here all make valid points from various perspectives. It seems to me that America is a teenager going through tremendous growing pains which we witness in the violence, self-aggrandizing, broken healthcare and educational systems, and on and on. I can only say to those outside this country that the majority of us here see this and want to change it but as of yet feel powerless to do so. Our elected politicians - especially the most powerful ones - make more divisions and things don’t get resolved. Large corporate interests hold far too much power instead, and I’ll bet this isn’t only an American issue. Either way, I think as a nation we are at a very important crossroads whose discordant peak may last (at least) several more years.
Im From Portugal, every country has Downs and ups, good and bads. I visited your Country a few years ago and absolutly loved it, i even had friends in Miami andi wanted to to move there...We can tell it´s not an Old Country with old Culture but...was one of my best experiences of all time, and i was living in London at the time.
Cherith R, there is a National Geography documentary portraityng how damaging can be to young elephants the absence of full grown and mature parents or related individuals of the same species. Basically someone did transfer a couple of young elephants to a distant location without adult elephants. As they grew up by themselves the young elephants used to do a lot of weird things including attack and killing people. Migration was key to create and develop america. Most of people who migrated to america back on time were young and imature young people, with no so high moral, social, cultural i mean human standards of living and almost no full grown mature adults to guide them. Since then until today americans are still finding their way, half america are good people fighting the another half wich are bullies. As always happens the bullies have been sucessefull and are rulling the america and most of the world. Please non ofenses and don't take it personally. I am from the other side of the world trying for decades now to understand american behavior. Peace and love
"On the whole, I love my home country (a place where individualism is revered)," It's, to me, quite revealing that you say that in a tone that makes it sound like an indisputable quality, when, again in my view, many of the problems of your country seem to stem from precisely that. Individuality is something to be respected, even nurtured, but only to the point where it serves to build a richer, more diverse society, where everyone can live up to his/hers potential, not to make it a place where sociopaths seem to strive.
I've lived in the US my whole life I think our country has definitely deteriorated over the years. I think both politics and social media has played a big role in it as well. When I was a kid I would've never thought we'd be where we are now. My view of this country has changed a lot since then, and sadly not for the better. I hope it gets better down the road but Im not gonna hold my breath with how fucking nuts things have been lately.
I grew-up on the Jersey Shore for first 20 great years of experience of living in the Tri State AO of NJ, NYC, Philly. I spent the next 1.5 years going from Alabama, Georgia and Florida. Ft McClellan, Ft Benning and spent one month in South Dade County patrolling Highway 1 from South Miami to Homestead AFB. My unit out of Georgia and another close 30,000 troops were there for the Hurricane Andrew Relief Effort of 92'. Since the 3rd of June 93' I've been living in Central Europe. My German Frau and I raised together 3 beautiful children. Germany has it's problems just like any other place across the globe. I my blood stills run red white and blue of the Jersey Shore, but from me of what had happened for the past 30 years is mind blowing. The wars and war and more wars. I stood at top of the WTC 98' with my German family. 2 years after the BS, my oldest son and I stood at Ground Zero. The infrastructure from the NJ NYC Philly to Virginia where I visited my younger brother started to change between 03'-07'. This is only from my prospected. Schöne Grüße aus Bayern. If you ever get a chance to visit other parts of the country or to visit to outside world from the States, do it! Always have a open mind, nobody's perfect. Stay safe, Prost!
BS ! Ever since the day the first European illegal settlers landed at Plymouth Rock, Americans have always been evil, racist stupid, genocidal and greedy. Today they're just or morbidly obese Europeans
Blaming both parties equally or politics generically is not helpful. One party is the party of the crazies, the party of the bigots, the party of Trump, and the other party is trying to fight them.
@SH-gr6pg Good luck to you and your family, and well done for having the sense and foresight to leave the USA. I too, vividly remember the experience of standing on the top viewing deck of the world trade centre in 1991 as an Australian tourist. I travelled through a lot of America and Canada for the first time - and probably last time unfortunately. It so saddens me that a country with so much potential is in such a horrible state of corporate, political and social decline due to unresolved racist, civil and religious traumas and corporate corruption and greed that has decimated the institutions built to uphold the tenets of liberty and justice. Very sad.
As a Brit who emigrated to Germany many decades ago, I have certainly witnessed a huge shift in the general attitude here towards the USA. The one time mentor/hero/role model /American Dream etc. has ceased to exist for most people. I think a lot has to do with Germany having a strong economic position itself and being a leader in sustainability/evironmental protection among other things.There is no dislike; American behaviour. Is often puzzling and bewildering to people in Germany.
Here’s the thing… ignorance is what creates those feelings. It’s not like Germany is much better off. It really isn’t. I live in the US and Europe and there are certainly differences, but one isn’t better than the other. What’s causing this is ignorance.
It's because America is being controlled by corporate media. So, major media outlets like Fox or CNN bank on creating chaos.... panic. I remember following a story about a man who defended his home and family from a person who was breaking into their house. I am also a supporter of our Second Amendment... so the robber was shot. Major media outlets attempted to turn it into a racial crime, which wasn't true due to video evidence. I also believe the family filed a lawsuit for defamation. Anyways, the point I'm trying to make is that they really do control what they want us to see. In terms of the American dream... it's still alive here. I'm one of millions of Americans trying their best to live an honest, working life. I am a firm believer in this passage from the Declaration of Independence "Life, Liberty, and the pursuit of happiness." Unfortunately a lot of our politicians that align with our current president are trying to take that simple right away. Raising inflation, taxes, and trying to limit my basic rights as an American citizen. It just stinks right now and truthfully we were better under Trump (I didn't vote for him or Biden in our last presidential election). Our economy was rock solid and we REALLY need that right now. Hate crimes towards white Americans are at an all time high as well.... (I have been called a colonizer although my great-grandparents immigrated from Poland). I admit that I am a Texan, born and raised, and I'm proud to be an American even known we lost our way a bit. If anyone is reading this from Europe, I do urge ya'll to come to Texas. We will welcome y'all with open arms and Texan hospitality.
• European people You’re on an American made website (CZcams), you use American made social media, American made internet and you’re probably using an American made phone (Apple) unless you’re using a laptop or personal computer which was also American made. Your country listens to American music, follows American trends, culture and celebrities, copies how Americans dress and American slang, American abbreviations like “Lol” “Lmao” “omw” and you wear American made clothes, always copying American style The highlight of non American youths (probably whole life) is when Americans artists, American concerts and festivals come to perform in other countries. I know you hate to admit it but the world knows how much America has carried humanity. IN ONLY 244 YEARS AMERICANS HAVE ACCOMPLISHED. 1.) became our planets world power. 2.) landed on the moon and lead humanity in space travel science and technological advances. 3.) Americans invented. • Inventions by Country 2023 The United States The U.S. is the hub of all innovative inventions. Most new technology was invented in America -- from personal computers, lasers, mobile phones, video games, photocopiers, and even the internet. Other inventions from the U.S. include hearing aid, micro-ovens, steamboats, submarines, refrigerators, telegraphs, dishwashers, vacuum cleaners, cash registers, electric cookers, electronic TV, credit cards, air conditioners, and much more. Source: worldpopulationreview • Here is an overview of inventions by country for the top ten most inventive countries in the world as of 2022, focusing on inventions that have been fundamental in shaping modern society. 1. The United States 2. Japan 3. South Korea 4. Germany 5. Taiwan 6. China 7. France 8. United Kingdom 9. Canada 10. India Source: worldpopulationreview • Nobel Prizes by Country 2023 First issued in 1901, the Nobel Prize is one of the highest honors a person can receive in their lifetime. The Nobel Prize was founded by Swedish engineer, inventor, and chemist Alfred Nobel, whose will established the Nobel Foundation and directed that the prizes be awarded annually "to those who, during the preceding year, have conferred the greatest benefit to humankind." Nobel further instructed that "no consideration be given to nationality, but that the prize be awarded to the worthiest person, whether or not they are Scandinavian." Nobel Prizes are awarded in five areas: peace, literature, physics, chemistry, and physiology or medicine. In 1969, an additional prize, titled the "Sveriges Riksbank Prize in Economic Sciences in Memory of Alfred Nobel" (SRPESMAN), was established by Sweden's central bank and has been incorporated into the Nobels as well. Here are the 10 countries with the most Nobel Prize winners: 1. United States - 400 2. United Kingdom - 137 3. Germany - 111 4. France - 71 5. Russia - 32 6. Sweden - 32 7. Japan - 29 8. Canada - 28 9. Switzerland - 27 10. Netherlands - 22 Source: worldpopulationreview • Countries With The Best Education System In The World 2023: Top 17 1. United States 2. United Kingdom 3. Canada 4. Germany 5. Switzerland 6. Sweden 7. The Netherlands 8. Finland 9. Australia 10. Denmark 11. France 12. China 12. Estonia 13. Hungary 14. Japan 15. Israel 16. Slovenia 17. South Korea: Source: bscholarly • We built America from the ground up and accomplished all of this in only 244 years. We took the world out of the dark ages and we are literally the reason humanity is so modern. Every other country in the world hasn’t accomplished shit there’s no comparison when it comes to America and the world knows that, that’s why they wish they could live with us. I don’t know why European people feel the need to impress us Americans or try and prove themselves to us or try so hard to make themselves noticed by us Americans or try to make themselves feel better by trying to downplay humanities greatest nation… Americans are obviously elite in everything that we do. You guys don’t realize how embarrassing you are to Americans. Americans laugh when little European people try and call americans stupid knowing americans literally are the reason why the world has advanced. Now imagine life before America existed? You’re welcome. Americans carry humanity so how you gonna hate from outside of the club? YOU CANT EVEN GET IN 😂 🇺🇸 I’m just glad my ancestors moved to “the new world” and I’m not still stuck in Europe because I can’t blame you guys. I’d be mad and probably hate on Americans too knowing I got left behind and could’ve been born in America instead. 😭😂 I know you hate to hear it but we all know Europe youth secretly wishes they lived in America so they could go to Travis Scott shows and experience “the American dream…” like the rest of the world does. So yeah Europeans, you definitely do copy us lol, like the rest of the world does, it’s funny you all “hate” Americans until you meet one then you’re all asking us all about America and what it’s like to live here complimenting us non stop lol. (by the way that was so wild that some of you say Americans copy the Europe? copy WHAT exactly? Gross haha gross haha never! 🤮 You guys are like a lame weird boring wannabe version of us. Americans been trendsetters but you already knew that lol. • We also think of those corny ass wannabe gangsters you guys have in the Europe who TRY to copy American rap and throw up American gang signs. 😂 Like boy sit yo crumpet eating, king and queen having, European accent having ass down you ain’t no blood 🩸there’s nothing funnier than seeing videos of European wannabes with European accents throwing up American gang signs trying to act like he’s from LA and even wearing Lakers jerseys lol see? Even your lame ass rappers and wannabe gangsters straight up copy us too. Corny asses I wish you could see yourselves through our eyes. 😭🤣 You probably live in the EU with crooked teeth in your moms basement, cope harder, the U.S. is one of the most technologically innovative countries, if not the most, the EU have been irrelevant for over a century. Good for you, you all are irrelevant with crooked teeth, I promise you we don’t like you guys either, as well as many other parts of the world, very snobby arrogant people with a superiority complex even though you have been irrelevant since W.W.2, when one of EU’s countries kinda killed 6 million jews, which the U.S. HELPED LIBERATE!!
@@americaisbetterthantherest9848 well if you felt the need to write all of that about the US being better than EU, its because deep down you know its not better, otherwise why even waste all that time writing that colossal comment that no one is going to read? All that tech and still have 3rd world internet, shitty healthcare system, huge crime rate, complete obsession with work instead of living life, lack of basic rights, huge number of homeless people... like come on, you wrote that text because even having done all that, and having a huge list of accomplishments, you are jealous that the average european has a high quality of life and is happy compared to the average american, thats why you're trying to find reasons to feel superior, meanwhile we don't even have to do or say anything because we just feel pitty for you there, it must suck living in that shit whole 😅
You don’t know everything about a country just because you’ve heard or seen a few things, USA must live in the heads of Europeans it’s so weird! Americans don’t really give af what Europeans are doing for the most part so it’s weird to see people care so much about what our country does when you should worry about your own little country
Oh it's just because the US has such a powerful military, geography knowledge would be good. "God created war so Americans would learn geography!" Mark Twain Probably didn't work.😢
I think part of it is just how we are, as europeans. We're very quick on stereotypes. For the context: I'm french, lived in Scotland, have an English girlfriend, lived in Spain, in Paris, and now in a village from the south of France. I have worked months to year long projects with Germans, Greeks and English. We ALL have strong opinions on each other. And whether you like it or not, you WILL at some point represent some of the bad things that do belong to your stereotype. That with the fact that Europeans are, in general, less afraid to be bold about sharing their opinions, might be a strong mix for you. Now, in terms of opinions on Americans, I think it boils down to big differences in philosophy and politics. Americans and Europeans both value "Freedom", but what "Freedom" mean is vastly different. Freedom can mean "Freedom to own guns" in American whereas in France, living in a country where almost nobody own a gun is quite liberating. There are big differences in "individualistic" vs "social", and also just as well as "how people manage their finances". Do you prefer living in debt, but with more opportunities to invest, or do you prefer to fully buy from your pocket with the security that comes with it, but not much flexibility in your investments.
Gun culture in N America is not derived from a nutty fascination with inanimate objects and a deranged sense of masculine bravado....it was the first culture in western civilization which had the convergent necessity of survival with the primal opportunity to hunt and fish w/o risk of being punished as a poacher...as was the custom in Europe, where the vast majority of land was owned by the nobles and only they were permitted to do so as were their designated huntsman. Same for their woodsman to take wood etc.... Hence, two vastly different cultures based on geography and co-reliance w/nobility vs. individual self reliance. This is the prime mover between the difference of Europe and USA with regard to firearms. It is underscored by the 2nd Amendment as something that the government can not alter....so that a free people may never again be subjects of any nobility or nobility like system of reliance; on the mood, whims and popular opinions of the moment.
Agree. But nowadays I would beg to differ over "buying everything out of your pocket". Most people do get creddit and go into debt (aldo not as much as Americans)
Very good comment, I agree with the attitude to debt, and too much debt is not good for security……that’s one of the worst problems in America, I keep seeing this survey saying 2 thirds of Americans live paycheck to paycheck despite many earning over 100k per year. I prefer trying to buy from pocket and using less debt (it’s safer when there are problems in the economy like there are now)
@@tobygrice6496 I for one, don't understand why do you exppres the amount of money you make per year. Like "I make 100 k a year". In Europe we typically say hiw much we make monthlyy.
Your videos are a breath of fresh air for all of us feeling misplaced in our locations, confused by our feelings, and haunted by our insecurities. Keep up the good work. You're truly appreciated!
I am an Australian who visited America a couple of years ago and found most people had a very superficial view of my country. Many knew nothing about Australia and some congratulated me on learning English so quickly. Some very lovely people in America, and great ignorance too.
Congratulated you on learning English so quickly? I call bullshit on this man, I'm an Aussie who's lived in the US for 4 years and never once in my life had a single American congratulate me on learning English quickly or tell me my English was good. Americans know that Australians speak English as a first language, they grew up watching shit like the Crocodile Hunter, and a lot of them know we were a British prison colony. The fact you say on your one visit you had this happen to you several times sounds like nonsense, sounds like something you're just making up to make Americans look extra ignorant. Also most Aussies also have a very superficial view of America, so it goes both ways.
I am from Spain, and I think that USA is a great country. You save us from nazism, with your best men. I have been three time in USA, and all the people I meet was fantastic!
@@IzoĘmeh No. All the people knew where is Barcelona. But, how many in Europe knows where is Chicago, or Oregón, or the capital of Nigeria, etc... or better, how many people in Spain knows about , Cabeza de Vaca, Pedro de Alvarado, Gaspar de Portolá, etc...
Americans I've met are always happy & upbeat with positive attitudes, their friendliness is infectious and makes you like them. I'm sure negative stereotypes are dispelled when people actually meet them.
@@etaylor8028 THEY? You have had intellectual discussions on global issues with many millions of Americans? Strange because almost all the Americans I know are quite intelligent, and well versed on global issues. Sure you will meet an intellectually challenged one here and there (we can't ALL be brilliant!) but this is to be found in every country. For example, I have met my share of stupid Europeans. So please don't contribute to my having to lower my opinion of your intellectual prowess--by the fact that you have just spewed out another meaningless stereotype.
Unintelligence and ignorance aren’t the same. How can you say Americans are dumb when our country has produced some of the greatest inventions in the history of humanity? I think Europeans are simply jealous of how accomplished and free the USA is. Anyone (from any class) can become who they want to be, without government interference.
As an immigrant who's struggling with their identity, this video, especially the end was something that I needed to hear. When I go back "Home" I don't feel welcome because I'm too American for them, but when I come back to the states, I'm treated as an outsider. So I genuinely don't know where home is for me, so both places shaped me to the person I am today, yet I don't feel at home in both places.
@@jolietiaIt's not only for Americans many people struggle with this problem not feeling het home in your own country but also not feeling a 100% citizen of your new country.
this is basically the reason I am not a fan of multiculturalism. In my opinion it makes it much harder to grow any national identity and feelings of solidarity. I know that it is primitive to have it just because you grow up as a one of the millions in your country, but I think it is still enough.
As an Italian, I totally understand when you talk about "try to compensate" to escape the stereotypes, it's very frustrating sometimes. However, the best thing we can do is just to be ourselves just as you sad, and if someone has a wrong idea about others just for the country of origin, well that's their problem. Intelligent people go above stereotypes and just look for who you really are what you do and think, being of a particular country is not a personality tract 😂
The Americans are the ones who went to Europe aboard their jeeps to save them from the Nazis, because the cowardly men of Europe let Hitler bring them to their knees... and now the same thing... the Muslims are going to bring them to their knees. knees and those cowards do nothing......COWARDS DON'T KNOW HOW TO FIGHT....LONG LIVE AMERICA
Having lived in Spain for a few years, and having traveled pretty substantially throughout many parts of Europe (and now married to a Spanish woman). Here are my TOP TEN thoughts I often hear from our European friends: 1.) Healthcare system: the thought of going into insane debt because your health insurance won't cover care is unimaginable. 2.) Financial Aid. Going to College/University is MUCH, MUCH cheaper in Europe. The thought of taking so much debt on for higher education is also seen as insane. 3.) Childcare. The cost of daycare, etc. is also viewed as insane. 4.) Gun laws. Highly political topic here in the United States. Gun laws are very strict in Europe. Most Europeans see our mass shootings etc. and can't understand how nothing ever changes. 5.) Food: Not surprising, Europeans believe American food is processed garbage. Many of the same products contain different ingredients and additives that are not permitted in the E.U. Also, generally speaking healthy options like fresh fruits and vegetables are far cheaper. The governments provide huge subsidies to farmers make this happen. Also, SERVING SIZES. Europeans are not used to seeing our massive portions. 6.) Tipping: Service Jobs are paid a living wage by their employers. So tipping is not required. Sure, people will often round up a bill or leave a few euro for exceptional service, but workers do not depend on tips like many service jobs in the United States. 7.) Patriotism: Many Europeans see the United States Patriotism as over the top. They laugh when they hear Americans saying we are the best at everything. However, I have also heard the opposite. Many countries in Europe still have strong ethnic, religious, cultural divides. I have also heard some Europeans say they respect American's love and pride for their country. Particularly the way we honor our military. 8.) Holidays/Vacations: I am generalizing here. But most Europeans "Work to live" vs. the "Live to Work" culture in the United States. 9.) Uncultured/Stupid: I think many Europeans think Americans are dumb or know nothing about the world. Or at least that they know more. 10.) Fat: See #5. 11.) Style (Bonus): Europeans, although heavily influenced by American brands, believe most Americans have a poor sense of style. Granted, there also seems to be a split between Southern & Northern Europe when it comes to this as well.
I recognize myself in all of your points. Being italian, i think that most of the people around the world don't have sense of style. I know that's not true, but damn even Italian southerners are too excessive.
Americans also earn more and are taxed less than the majority of Europe. With the rise of tuition and Healthcare costs the last 10-20 years in particular its certainly not working out. However, that context matters. It's just like cars. I understand most people, especially Europeans don't want to live with car dependency, just as a lifestyle choice. Owning a car is essentially required outside the main big city centers. That said, owning and operating a car is often easier and cheaper in the US than most of Europe in like every way.
I am Spanish and I have been living in Germany for 5 years and all points are absolutely true. However, point 5 about the quality of the food (not only taste but if it's healthy or not) also applies to what south Europe thinks about the north of Europe (and I can confirm it is a true stereotype).
@@JuloTFK this is exactly what we think of Germany (Würst, sausages, meat, potato, krauts) and Great Britain (do they have typical food? Fish an chips, maybe). Obviously kidding, we are tsking food too seriously in Italy.
Nathaniel, as an older US citizen, I can tell you that Europe has had a negative view of the US for decades, certainly from the 60s and 70s, which is when I first lived here. I've also lived in Central America, where the feeling was less strong, as I remember it. I've always had it easier personally since I love languages and on principle never speak English unless I really really don't speak the local language. I am not a polyglot as defined by the internet, but do speak 5 languages. You are probably right that the internet allows a constant view of our "dirty laundry".
Its mainly because, our leaders had brainwashed our people through media. European politicians preferred business with the east, i.e. Russia. Now you realize the disadvantages of it. Mainly the Germans are to blame for the situation. Europe is governed by the EU. The EU is controlled by the Germans in their favour, which is also obvious. Many European media are in communist/ social democratic hands. After the Cold War, politicians turned their backs on the Americans, although we owe them our freedom. Apart from that, Russia has an extremely large influence on European politics, both legal and illegal. Thats why!
@@michalsoldat8548 that's definitely an important piece of the puzzle too. I think only Estern European countries realise how vital America was and is for the European security and prosperity. In the Western Europe, unfortunately, a lot of people took it for granted and it turned out not so well for them in the end.
@@michalsoldat8548 This is absolutely not true. The dislike filler the US has many reasons. One of them how the US is acting as the world police. Invading so many countries and fighting wars all over the world. Apart of that the American influence of especially German culture. Germany didn’t „prefer business with Russia“ but they believed that this will be a way to improve the relationship with Russia - which unfortunately was a huge error. I do agree that the German influence in the EU is huge - well money rules. This constant blaming „the media“ is such a stupid claim mostly coming from right wing people who prefer a media reporting in their favor.
@@maxbarko8717you don’t live in the US so you don’t have a true perspective to know how one-sided the media leans. If you only read the news and don’t live here you don’t have the whole picture. Also it depends on where you live in the US.
As an American that loves traveling and is trying to learn other languages and cultures, I see where they are coming from… I also think people generalize America into the big cities like NYC and LA, when America is one of the largest countries in the world with a large diversity of people. For example, I’m from the south east, and the culture there is different that that of the north or west coast. Overall, I think there is a lot to learn from every group of people in the world. Thanks for making this vid 🙏
I totally agree. Most European countries are so small comparatively. I don’t think they quite understand how different people are in the US depending on where you are from. I’m from the Midwest. And each state faces unique issues. Like natural disasters, economic depressions and industry collapse…it’s really had to get everyone on the same page about how to allocate resources. Some of the things they mentioned hit home…like the recent surge of reproductive laws that feel like huge steps backwards. But others are just so simplistic. Side point. As a midwesterner, I would never tell someone to their face I thought their countrymen were ignorant, hamburger peddling fatties. It’s just got a “my poop don’t stink,” vibe that seems arrogant. But maybe they qualified their statements and that got lost in the edit.
Yes they do that a lot!!! They will visit NY as their first stop then hop online full of ignorance saying NY isssssss America. Location is EVERYTHING! I’m from the south moved to the North. It was an experience for sure but it was not for me! I RAN back to the country!
This is my biggest problem with a lot of the people that criticize the US. They don't realize that each state is practically a different country with different culture and values. There may be an overarching culture, yes, but the cultures of the states are much more prevalent in people's lives here. As someone who was raised in Massachusetts, my experience living 10 years in Florida has been completely different. The way I try to explain it is to equate the US to the EU. You wouldn't compare Germany to Italy, even though they share laws under the union, so in that way, you shouldn't compare California to Tennessee.
@@AeridisArt My family is from Massachusetts and I've lived all over the Western hemisphere and I lived there from 1975 to 1988 . Massachusetts and New England are some of the most beautiful places I've been in the world..... And then there is the other 6 months. So glad I got the heck out lol.
I do think that what that one lady said is true. My main concern is not mass shootings or school shootings or things like that but just how "capitalistic" the country is. I have visited the US about 4 times by now in different areas of the US and every time it felt the same about the things i was looking out for. It felt very much like most places are built for the corporations rather than the citizens. Big, wide roads, immensly huge parking lots, advertisment everywhere, and just .... it just felt like it's loud but not in the way of "Yea too many cars and cities are loud" but just the country itself is very ... extreme and 100% almost nonstop.
The term Europe has 3 different meanings in GB and Ireland: 1. The geographical/historical continent from the Atlantic to Ural, 2. Continental Europe (without GB and Ireland - you can hear people there stating "I am going to Europe" when they are going to continental Europe), 3. The EU.
I used to think negative about Americans until I visited. I learnt that it's a vast, beautiful, amazing country, full of generous, kind and friendly people. None of things had changed in the US that made me think of it negatively, politics, Gun laws, health system, patriotism etc. But those things aren't the whole of the people you meet everyday, they are a minute fraction that if you blink you would miss. I have also learnt that a moral high ground is a shakey platform built on top of a pile of crap.
"I used to think negative about Americans until I visited"...in other words, you believed what you were told, just like all the other Europeans who never found out for themselves. lol.
@@TheSwissChalet shaming someone who's admitted fault is petty. I understand wym assuming things about people you don't know is immature but it's also human nature everyone's bound to do it to some extent. But being open minded enough to not let assumptions overshadow actual experience is admirable
That last sentence isn't exactly true. There's a way to manage pride. And it's good to have pride. Pride in becoming a better human being. Moral high ground is something every single human should strive for in a community. Expectations being automatically met. Having that balance where you don't have to worry who your daughter is dating and whether he is a good man or not. Traditions, my friend you must visit Lebanon and Israel. It's important for balance and happiness in a community.
MeriKKKa is the SCHITHOLE COUNTRY you've heard sooo much about, with SPECIAL THANKS to republicans for the EXTRA SCHITHOLINESS ! MeriKKKa where we ALLOW 60,000+ Americans to DIE Every Year for LACK of healthcare and Medications they CANT Afford and No one cares..... ...MeriKKKa where we have over 80+MILLION with NO HEALTHCARE at all and No One cares.......... MeriKKKa where we have MILLIONS of HOMELESS Nationwide and No One cares... MeriKKKa, where ALL Repubs and the Corporate Dems ( NOT Progressives ) passed an $800+BILLION One YR Military Budget... yet we Average citizens getting Begged calls from VET GRPS ask for DONATIONS to HELP with VET CARE??? ...........WTF is ALL that Gdammed MOney going??? NO ONE Ever asks....Riiiight MSM???!!!!! .....and Again to Top it off , No Money for Child Day Care for working Mothers, No Dental, Eyecare, or Hearing aids for Seniors..... Merikkkka IS the Certified SCHITHOLE .. .with thanks also, to about 40% of Our Nation of Garbage People, Uninformed Morons , Racist, haters, Bigots....who constantly Vote against their own interests.... so glad I dont have kids and more years behind than ahead
@@michaelsotomayor5001 Hahaha. Traditions? Whose traditions are you talking about and what makes you think everyone should follow the one you prefer? And suggesting to visit Lebanon and Israel to find happiness in a community? Ask the Israeli Palestinians if they find happiness there. Ask the women, migrants/refugees and ethnic minorities in Lebanon if they find happiness there 🙄
As a German, I pretty much used to admire Americans during my youth. I always thought of the USA being the country of freedom, great nature and less problems than other countries. However, once I got there myself, my mind has changed a lot. I know that visiting just one city for two weeks doesn't really count as getting to know a whole country, but when I spent my vacation in L.A. I was quite shocked. I imagined L.A. being the city of glamour just the way it was always shown on TV but as soon as I got to downtown I noticed the loads of homeless people there and I'm not even talking about Skid Row. I also encountered a lot of people with mental health issues, especially when travelling by public transit. It just felt like people are generally left alone with their problems as in "survival of the fittest". In some places I didn't really feel safe at all and knowing that people could possibly carry fire arms didn't make me feel any more comfortable. Don't get me wrong, Germany isn't the best place to live either. We also have some homeless people (though not quite as many), but I generally feel pretty safe wherever I go here and you can basically get (free) help for all kinds of issues. After all, I still think that Americans are nice people and I love talking to them. I just don't get why so many of them believe that the US are (quote) "the greatest country in the world" while it is clearly not as long as such issues which I described exist.
The whole gun culture is overblown on the internet. Most gun owners are just into it as a hobby or home defense. I’ve never met someone who carried but that’s def a different story in the south. Our government is terrible tho and could help so many homeless people easily.
I feel like the amount of people that believe that isn’t as high as a lot of people think, it’s just a case of a vocal minority that makes it seem like a lot of people. We get that our country isn’t perfect, but then again, no country really is.
I'm trying to learn German , but books and the C.D.'s don't take the place of actually talking to another human being. I'm an older person, so it is a bit harder. I do like the language!
Having travelled the world extensively since my childhood; I am now in my fifties; this was an excellent analysis of what I have felt as an American abroad and how it has changed over the decades.
Without the USA, Europe would fall very quickly. Back then during the first and second World War, and now the war that has been started by Russia, all this shows how weak Europe is. Additionally, Western Europe is destroying its identity, true values. It is funny, these Dutch people. They do not like Trump. Yeah, better Obama who pressed the reset button with Russia? Better Merkel that made Putin so rich that he invaded Ukraine? By the way, the Dutch also supported the Nordstream pipeline from Russia. And now Eastern Europe faces another challenges because of that. What more, Trump wants to preserve American identity and wants American people to have safe work in America. Is that bad?? The Netherlands has good and safe location and has connections with European bureaucrats. The Dutch have been free since 1945. Eastern Europe suffered after the second World War because of the decisions made by Western leaders (Soviet occupation of Eastern Europe). Or the Dutch tax system that is not fair towards the rest of the EU. We must keep things in true perspective.
Well US is the biggest power in the whole world of course countries and people in those countries will have kind of a strong idea of it, I don't see how it could be any different. It's almost impossible not to have stereotypes, the smart thing is to change your mind when you meet cool people (like Nate)
I as an european had to chance to travel the US for a month. Being brainwashed with the stereotype, that americans are stupid, we experienced a culture shock. Everyone we met was absolutely kind, friendly and helpful. We had many special encounters which we will never forget like being invited to a BBQ, when locals noticed that we as tourists arrived at the motel at a time where every restaurant was already closed. Overall, we really liked the vibes americans bring in to their day. They always have this upbeat, optimistic and positive spirit. This is not something you experienc in Europe. Beside that, the US is a beautiful country, with countless things to offer. The nature is magnificient. You will find everything Mother Nature created in this country. I hiked wild canyons and deserts in the West. I paddled through swamps and swum in Caribbean like waters in the South. In the North we climbed alpine mountains and glaciers and went skiing. And the best thing about the nature is that it is overall easily accessible. State and National parks offer a fantastic infrastructure to explore nature. Furthermore we found america to be a very cultivated society. We were never able to find the stereotype, that Americans behave uncultivated. We actually found it to be the opposite. Every bigger City got a cosmopolitan vibe. You will a vibrant food culture, world famous museums and a ton of interesting venues like concerts, musicals and sport venues. This doesn’t stop outside of these metropolises. Every state or region seems to preserve their generic identity in a kitschy, but beautiful way. Whether it is their architecture, food or music. We loved the small fisher towns along the east coast. Everything seemed to be out of a movie or a novel. There were main streets with cafés and art galleries. We were impressed with the French Colonial Architecture in the south states, especially in Savanna. What a beautiful town! We absolutely fell in love with California. Beginning with the surf towns like SB nestled in their Spanish architecture, ending with Napa Valley with their residents and vine yards. I will never forget this month. Thank you America.
Conservatives in the U.S. are destroying this country and people's perceptions of it outside the country. I experience this endlessly, over CZcams here.
@@ivanj.conway9919 Funny thing is those same conservatives think it's the Liberals who are destroying our country from within. It's all a matter of perspective, and these days it seems we are forced to ally with one extreme or the other. Centrists seem to be ostracized by both sides.
@@ivanj.conway9919 The problem is if you are placing all parties in the world in a chart with conservative and non-conservative parties both American parties are on the conservative side of the spectrum. Many countries in the world are more liberal than the USA. All parties in the USA are conservative in comparison to anywhere else. Another thing is that the US congress is a government lead by the elder people, people that of an age where they are already retired in other countries. Trump was 75 and Biden 79 - many people in the congress are over 80 years old - why?
@@lyriclanguages3780 : I have had nothing but bad experiences dealing with American CONSERVATIVES, thank you, not the other way around. I fully stand by what I've said.
As a New Zealander who has been living in Europe (mostly Sweden, Czech Republic and Portugal) for the past ten years. I have found that because English is my mother tongue, people in Europe tend to be cautious about me. Europeans tend to assume I am American or British (neither of which are particularly popular on the mainland) because they are the largest anglophone countries. The situation becomes even stranger when they find out I am from New Zealand which has a very good international reputation - they suddenly become very curious and friendly. This is certainly nothing to complain about, but I can't help but feel the totally arbitrary nature of this type of judgement based on nationality. Let's give an example: Say you (kiwi) are in a group with an American and a British person, arriving at a party filled with Europeans and you don't know anyone. The typical opening question is, where are you from? The American opens and is politely shrugged off, next comes your turn and suddenly their eyes light up and follow up with a million questions about LOTRs, nature, and why the hell you ever left that amazing utopia. The British person never really gets the chance to introduce themselves because the attention is on the kiwi... This is the flip side of what you are saying, but it is equally as strange and misguided. It is so weird to feel judged because you are an English speaker and then have all of that lifted because they find out you are from an innocent little island nation. Instead of it being a polite fascination, it feels more like a shallow judgement. The best people out there are the ones who don't give a dam where you're from and see you as an individual.
Same Goes for us Aussies, as far as I've seen. Most people see us as a point of intrigue without a lot of negative assumptions. The only downside I would say is there is definitely a feeling of Superiority that comes from Europeans over us and I would assume most outside EU countries.
This is absolutely spot on. I'm British and my fiancé is Kiwi. We travel internationally a lot and this is the exact flow of the conversation every time we meet new people. It irks me because it gets in the way of any genuine connection or conversation. It's the same tropes about NZ, some of which are true, many are not. It's so prevalent I now just say I'm also from NZ because I know we will end up talking about LOTR and their nature and how much of a utopia it is anyway. NZ has poverty, can be a racist, parochial, xenophobic place. Is in fact regressive in many ways rather than progressive (only NZ would claim it is progressive for giving women the vote over a hundred years ago - which they often do!) But that is not at all seen by the international community. They're the golden country in terms of global perception.
As a Brit in Europe I have never come across anyone being rude to me at all and I have been coming for over 30 years.Your comments are a sweeping generalisation which has no basis in truth.
Respect gets respect. I just got back from 2 weeks in Spain and people were super cool to me because I was positive and friendly with them. These negative stereotypes are easily overcome by good behavior.
I think a lot of people in Europe don’t realize most Americans don’t have the means to travel to other countries because of how expensive it is just for us to live. So naturally the interest in other countries for a lot of Americans just isn’t there since the chances of them being able to go are practically none existent.
Quite frankly, it is easier for Europeans to be more "world-aware." A big part of that is because traveling to another country that speaks a whole other language for Europeans is the equivalent distance of traveling to another state here in the US.
I like learning about other countries but I will say as an American its extremely expensive for us to travel internationally and a lot of us also have jobs that hardly give us any time off.
Surely you don’t get less than the legal minimum? For example, in the UK our legal minimum is fully paid five weeks annual leave. We take it when we want over the year. My work also adds an additional day for each year worked at the company - So I am up to seven weeks (35 days) paid annual leave a year. I also have the option to buy an additional week off a year, should I just want extra. You also are here legally not allowed to use holiday/annual leave for sickness. Sick leave is separate and my work pays six weeks full paid sickness and and then 56 weeks half pay. Compassionate leave for funerals is also not included in that as that is also an additional unrestricted time should you have a sick family members or someone passes away. Then there is one year minimum paid maternity leave and for men paid paternity pay. Then there is free private medical, which I never use as just use NHS, then loads of other benefits I wont list all. Also if you are off sick or on maternity leave, you still get you holiday allowance. If you leave the company before you’ve taken your holiday for the year, you get any days paid in full. Also we have to legally get paid Pension monthly, so I can chose to pay in monthly or not. Company pays in 5% of monthly pay a month regardless if I pay in or not. But should I also pay in 3% the company will pay in 10% a month. This then tops up the legal standard pension we all receive on retirement. So you can live comfortably.
@kristin1980uk I live in America. I get 12 paid days off a year. That's it! And I'm on a 3 and a half week vacation in Italy of which I'm only getting paid for 6 days. I had to go to see family that I haven't seen in almost 20 years. One week is not enough just due to jet lag and travel packing and unpacking. I also had to fight hard with my boss to get these vacation. In America get time off is a nightmare. If you have a boss to answer to in America it's a total fucking joke. America is all about working yourself to death and being shamed when you want time off after years of hard work.
I’m British, and it was just so depressing to hear the English girl questioning if she was European because we have left the EU! How sad that some of us have become so insular, which I think applies to many Americans also. But it was so refreshing to hear other Europeans expressing their openness to new experiences. Brexit has denied many of our young people of the opportunity to be the same.
Yeah it sucks, I’m a Brit living in Portugal rn but i have to leave soon because of visas and I see all my other European friends just able to go where they want and I’m so mad that the UK got tricked into brexit with so much propaganda
American here. My longtime gf lived in Paris for 4 years while attending university for her masters. Her school had students from all over Europe and she made friends with tons of them. Anyways, all of them had completely false preconceived notions of America and our culture. Pretty much everything they would say to her was wildly inaccurate. After diving further into things it was obvious that all the information was taken from social media (tik tok, X etc.) or from things like movies/shows. She loves France and has been pushing us to visit (which I’m excited to do) but she has prepared me for cultural things the French do that I might find strange. She also talks to me a lot about how her Spanish and Italian friends were casually racist and didn’t even realize how offensive and wrong some of the things they would say truly are. The entire point of my comment is to say that every country has faults and issues but Europeans sitting on a high horse acting like Americans are all stupid and fat is laughable.
I am Black & Cherokee Indian. I worked for the World's largest Airline, American. I have auburn Hair and natural Blue eyes. I was treated one way in most Countries, when I was in my Blue Uniform, ok. As soon as I changed in to my Street Clothes especially in London, England I heard the same exact racism over there! It made me sick!
to be fair england is very similar to usa,history wise with slavery also,plenty of other countries in europe dont have those roots and wont treat you any different,well....they may gaze in your direction a bit more often because there arent many black people in those places 😅
Contrary to the popular opinion, I actually like American people. Especially when you travel, whenever you get lost, if the locals don’t help you then Americans would! They’re also some of the friendliest people I’ve met. I’m just not a big fan of their politics. Also (this is not for everyone ofc), i feel like Europeans unconsciously have superior complexity especially towards people from outside of the region, sometimes even between Europeans
American here. We really arent as awful as social media and the news makes us sound. We have our serious issues, but I dont think any country doesnt. But a lot of Americans also scream about every little thing and sometimes are deeply biased to the point they only think with their ideology. Its amazing how many Americans refuse to find the root source of problems, but try to blanket fix the problem through laws or banning things. Or even just free handouts at tax payer expense. I have friends online that I talk to often, and they honestly think America is super unsafe to go anywhere. Which having grown up in a fairly sketchy city in America, Its really not. My friends think that its the wild west with guns all over the place and that Gun owners are just salivating at the chance to shoot people, Completely not true either since I grew up around a gun owning family and even own a few. But I dont blame them, They didnt grow up here and do have a very distorted view thanks to Media. America is a weird place, some of it really is like the stereotype that Europeans think it is, other times its actually way more complex. America is effectively multiple countries living in one and interacting with eachother. Even down at the city/metro level. Doesnt help that some Americans find themselves to be far more sophisticated and more righteous than others to a very toxic degree. Social media and the current state of politics has only amplified this even more to the point its actually laughable. I also say all of this as an American who wants to go experience Europe really bad. I see some of what my friends post and experience, and I want to see what its like. Having lived in America and seen how the 2 big political factions live daily in their resective regions, I would love to get a breather from it all. America also is not the America of my childhood during the 90s and 2000s, So a Trip to europe would be a great escape for me.
German here. In my youth in the 90ies, America looked like the coolest place in the world. But the older I got, the more I became disillusioned. I think the overall American image is complicated. There are many things great about America, but the bad parts are dystopian. Just to name a few examples, the risk that one's children might be shot going to school and a widespread refusal to do anything about it. Or that there are discussions about whether things like health care or education costs should or shouldn't financially ruin most normal people... things like medical debt or student debt even existing is baffling to me. I have several American friends who are absolutely great people, open and friendly. And probably the "average" American is just like that! But through the internet, you also see the other side of the country, which seems pretty insane from the outside. Media amplifying the loudest, most outrageous voices also doesn't help, but that's not just an American problem.
Part of that can be blamed on the fact that we became the next superpower after all the European colonial empires collapsed after WW1 and WW2. At the time, people worldwide thought the British Empire, the French Empire; even the German Empire were the most beautiful and powerhouse nations of the world. But dispute, after dispute, after dispute on the European theater lead to catastrophic events that would seal all the European powers fate's and the 'domino effect' kicking in; which basically lead to the U.S. being the next Superpower in line! And then, the world's attention shifts to that country!
@@G.L.999 America became "the superpower" it is because Europe had been decimated during WW2 and America remained unscathed as it sat out a good portion of the war. Also, America sat out all but the last year of WW1
@@G.L.999our worldwide unique school shootings and opiod addiction have nothing to do with people paying attention to your country. It just has something to do with creating a society more violent and drugged up than 80% of the developed world, then keeping it like that.
Look…I’m from a small town in North Carolina called Gastonia, and I happen to be cultured about so many places around the world on a demographic and geographical scale! I understand a lot of religious and political sectors, tribal communities, and I’m pretty spot on with recognizing differences in Latin culture and Asian history. I have traveled to South America, Europe (Spain Barcelona, Italy Rome Tuscany Florence, Colombia Pereira Risaralda Santa Rosa Salento Termales and many other surrounding areas). There are cultured people over here in the United States, and I love people from all over the world. Stereotypes happen to be in every country, so just remember that things are not always as different as people make think of themselves to be. It’s all about the vibe.
I think you did a great job capturing the Europeans view of us and I couldn’t agree more. During my time there I learned very quickly that most Europeans felt that Americans were under educated when it came to world events and self centered, and I don’t think they entirely wrong.
It needs to be considered that the US is about as vast as all of Europe...American children learn 50 different states which are each roughly the same size of many European countries. This is not a lesser effort than European children learning about those EU countries immediately surrounding them. Their judgment comes from their flawed attempts to compare us to them. If we were a small country of several million, we'd have less to learn and understand about our own country.
You're mostly correct, but a lot of us also know that it's not YOUR (individual) fault. Your country is pulling school books, teaching you lies, removing your rights, destroying your will to learn and basically indoctrinating you into never questioning authority (government). It's no wonder why us in Europe really worry that you'll end up like Russia, and we don't want that to happen.
I think it’s the media that portrays the US certain way. I used to fantasize about living in France but I’ve learned after visiting France numerous times, it wasn’t all sunshine and roses.
The experience if you don't speak the language is vastly different. It's an unavoidable problem unfortunately. Humanity and its ingrained tribal nature.
@@canchero724 I agree. For me, actually, being able to speak French worked against me in away. People didn’t cut me any slack as soon as they knew I know how to speak the language pretty decent.
as someone who grew up in europe and then moved to the US halfway through school, it was so strange to me how things worked here. spelling was different, i stopped learning as much about other cultures and countries (only learning about them again once i got to college), i couldn’t walk to school, the grocery store, park, etc. like i could where i grew up. everything was so different
This was my experience too... though also ran into the kids who also did the "go back to where you came from" stuff. Which was ironic since I was born in the US, and my family was just living in Europe for my dad's job. I also had the spelling issues, and failed so many spelling tests when we moved back. As an adult I feel like it was a real failing of my teachers at the time not to realize that we had just move here from the UK and perhaps my spellings of words, while technically wrong, would need a bit more nuance to deal with when grading.
It really depends on where you are in the U.S. We hardly drive--we've put less than 1500 km on our car so far this year because we live in Chicago in a neighborhood that is relatively safe. We can walk to school, work (when we worked outside our homes), the library, the grocery store, pools (which are free), and parks. I take the train when I want to go the burbs. But we went down South last year and walked across the street from our hotel to a mall ... and we were the only pedestrians. It was a shock.
@anthonydelfino6171 the spelling isn't wrong. It doesn't take much effort to learn that there are two spellings for a select few words. This highlights some of the problem - the acceptance of difference and assessing a situation on a case by case basis and making a decision.
It's a big country with 50 states, they're more involved and interested in their own news. I feel the same since moving here. I am very ignorant about the world in general
Ignorance knows no boundaries. We will all have ignorance about certain subject matter or be open or closed to learning. Sometimes having a hard time in life opens one to reviewing learned biases and seeing if they need to be retired. I enjoyed this heart-felt video of exploration.
Well done! Oh my goodness, I just noticed how many comments there are on this video! I'm a 60 yo US Army veteran who lives in the southern US. I grew up in a small northern town that was heavily influenced by Irish culture, so education, art, and fierce patriotism were heavily ingrained in us. I have been really disturbed by how much education and art has been devalued in recent decades. The lack of understanding of geography outside the US borders is another. Your video made all the points and one of the most important ones is that the stereotypes don't need to be lived up to. There are lots of amazing people in this country, but sometimes our socio/political machine can really be found wanting. Thanks for posting this!
It's because (partially) of the infiltration of Marxists into the "education" (indoctrination) system & the decades long preparation to get to this point. Wokeness LGBTQ+ Pronouns Normalisation of Paedophelia BLM MeToo All organisations set up by the same people who wanted everyone to get a prize - building a world that entitlement was the order of the day & when the "entitled" went into the real world, found out they weren't special & the couldn't be "whoever they wanted to be" they could not cope but "here, join this group - they're just like you - now go forth and do our bidding". I am shocked the US has not descended into civil war. Everyone is talking about "Trump" while being slowly eradicated by Biden and his puppet masters.
The truth is that it is not relevant, Europeans are literally superior to Americans in all aspects, whether ethnically, as well as culturally and intellectually, and that is a fact, without us you would never have existed.
It’s weird how they feel that way about the US while we don’t bother about what going on there. Europe benefits far more from the US than the US benefits from Europe and they seem to dislike your pride in OUR country
It’s weird Americans “don’t even think about Europe” because most things in America come from Europe. From the name of our towns and cities to the food we eat. Most of it is European. New York is our largest city named after York England. Los Angeles is clearly a Spanish name from Spain. And the list goes on.
Ya I'd say most Americans don't think much about Europe.... I do--- because I love history, culture and discovering my roots, ancient ruins ....... so you can't generalize... infact I know more history and current politics of Europe than most Europeans I meet.... most are oblivious they are being replaced by non-European immigrants
As an American born in 1980 and living in the Netherlands since 1985, I can confirm that the view of America has changed A LOT! But this has been going on a lot longer then the past 10 years. Just like the Dutch dude in this video said, when I was a child there truly was respect for the role that the US played in WW2, but this respect faded over time. There are many reasons, but to name a few.. The medical system is out of control, labor laws are laughable, US gun culture is insane, the way they demonize social democracy is pure ignorance, the extreme conservativeness is backwards, the pledge of allegiance at schools is pure propaganda (USA is NOT the best at everything, quite the contrary), the infrastructure is severely dilapidated, reality television is pathetic, etc.. Then there's the constant meddling in the middle east, retaliation for 9/11... those Al-Qaeda terrorists came from Afghanistan, not Iraq and the supposed weapons of mass destruction that Sadam had was a bunch of bs. So Bush wasn't looked upon well by many here in Europe, but the US did indeed manage to take it to the next level with Trump! They let capitalism get completely out of control and it's turned into corporatism.. Both political parties ensure this and personally fill their pockets with inside trader knowledge, therefore it's not much better then fascism! So yes, the European view of America has DEFINATELY changed over the decades and NOT for the better. Sadly though, this is rightfully so.. The Netherlands is now home to me, while the US is sick and rotting from the inside out! Nowadays I never say I'm American, instead I say that I'm from California or from LA (which is true) and this is somehow received much more positive. Possibly because it puts me one step further away from the stereotypical backwards thinking that's often associated with conservative red states. Edit; Just to clarify, Trump is not to blame for the ugliness of capitalism or American corporatocracy, he is but a symptom of it.
@@dvaIentin The transition into corporatism is not to be blamed on Trump. In fact, Trump is a symptom and not the cause. Edit; I understand how this could be misinterpreted, but when writing in "quotes", please don't change what was written. This is how I wrote it "..the US did indeed manage to take it to the next level with Trump! They let capitalism get completely out of control and it's turned into corporatism.. Both political parties ensure this and personally fill their pockets with inside trader knowledge.." ☝️🌐 ☝️🤍 ✌️🕊️
I like and agree with everything you have said here. I have lived in 6 different European countries and I am also from California and have resorted to saying that when asked where I am from, as people do like Calif. I always get a pass with being a so called american because I end of up being the one saying all the stuff that is just so ridiculous and out of control there. I have very good relations with the people in Europe, even in Paris and I don't speak french (typical american!) It is the human connection that really matters and Europeans just naturally have an understanding of this and mostly they are not drowning from the endless upward climb, push, shove and most of all that you have to win mentality. When I go to the states I have such a bad culture shock and I can't seem to stay very long. Especially the reality of having to drive everywhere!
I love how almost everyone blame Trump, Republicans and "The Gun Culture" wile in reality liberals are dominating the culture in the US for over 40 years - the media, the Hollywood and the academia. The republicans are barely a reactionary force that tries to conserve what is left from that once good country. I mean look at the places, where democrats are holding for decades now. Decades of liberal policies have led to poverty, filth and crime at astronomical levels. And still somehow the "backward conservativeness " is to blame.
"No we're not, we left the EU" NO AAAAA NO AHAHAHA WHY DID SHE HAVE TO REP US, WHYYYY England got destroyed in that single sentence. Actually so dumb lol. Us Brits make fun of Americans for having shit geography and now we just owned ourselves
We were getting close to the "America = US" version of "Europe = EU" until the Brexit happened. So i guess that's how people were slowly starting to use while forgetting that America and Europa are continents that include more than just US and EU respectively.
We all have slip ups. Since they mentioned politics her brain was probably still wired to that subject and not Europe as a continent. I’m obviously just speculating but once her friend explained it to her she didn’t argue back.
Most British oeople know intellectually we are physically in Europe. However, emotionally even before Brexit never considered ourselves to be Europeans as people in mainland Europe do. Remember even when in the EU we never, wanted to give up our currency. Europe is a place you go for your holiday. I think Brts view the EU like American view their government, over reaching in their lives.
Hey there! I'm a Political Scientist from Brazil. I've been to the US and to many European countries (France, Netherlands, Finland, Czech Republic, Poland, Italy, England, among others) multiple times. My take on this subject might be completely wrong as I'm basing it on my personal experience, but I believe the US has always pushed forward images (and political projects) that value individualism and capitalism. I think this used to be seen as cool and different, especially by citizens from countries that were going through hard economic times, because you'd see these images of the American Dream and think about how great your life would be if you had access to all that wealth. If you and your people are struggling for basic necessities, individualism seems like an "easy way out" because it doesn't depend on much from your country, it only depends on your actions. Individualism and capitalism can save you from your situation very fast, you "just have to work hard and seize opportunities", you know? Even if that's just a lie, the US sold itself as a land of opportunity. But what happened was this: while the US kept focusing on an individualistic political agenda, a big part of Europe focused on human rights, basic incomes, social programs, etc. With the collective in mind, European politics kept working towards (or trying to work towards) social welfare. Over time, the US seemed sillier and sillier with its focus on private property, accumulation of capital, passion for guns (why, my dudes???), expensive health procedures, terrible worker rights, etc. With Trump, this only got worse. So many people only see this when they look at the US: a bunch of bigots with guns who think nothing matters more than private property and the liberty to be an absolute ass. And it's clear that not all US citizens are like that, but even my American friends have a bad view of American people overall. And there's an extra layer: many Americans behave very badly in other countries, demanding others adapt to them and their language. That's because of American education. Many Americans don't learn much about other cultures and grow up thinking the US is the greatest country in the world due to political propaganda. To the rest of the world, these traveling Americans end up looking like a bunch of uneducated spoiled brats who think too highly of themselves. Again, not all Americans are like the stereotyped versions I've covered, but the loudest ones surely are. 😅
As an American, I remember when I went to Panama with my best friend and his family, the people there were very nice and hospitable. One encounter that will always stand out to me, I was on the train and a random man came up us and asked us where we were from. I didn't speak Spanish but my friend and his family did and told him we were from the United States. The man proceeded to shake my hand and in Spanish told me "Welcome to Panama". It was such a nice gesture and I wish we still had that same hospitality here. I can't imagine the average U.S. citizen greeting a foreigner with such a warm welcome.
I'm surprised and I must say a little disappointed that a Political Scientist like yourself chose to use the lazy and rather insulting option of calling the UK "England". There are four distinct nations which make up the UK, three of which are Scotland, Wales, and Northern Ireland which are most definitely culturally politically and even linguistically different from England. For instance, I consider my first language is Scots Leid, and my second is Scottish Gaelic due to coming from the Western Isles of Scotland, and not English, though I speak and write all three. A little helpful advice, a less offensive term would have been to use Britain instead of England, though it is not perfect. The terms British and Britain are regarded by many in the UK as neutral terms. It is also regarded as practically meaningless as an ethnic description other than simply geographical in nature. For instance, in one of the latest UK-wide polls, a sizeable majority (over 75%) of the 10.5 million Scots, Welsh, and Northern Irish in the UK do not consider themselves to be British at all, including an Albannach (A Scotsman) like myself, and certainly not English.😁
@@Saor_Alba Are you dumb? They said European countries and so yes they're right. England is a country, and I'm English, so when they say they went to England, yes they did and probably didn't even go to any other country in the UK. Be for real. There was no Scotland, or Wales there, or anything. Just England. Meaning that they only went to England.
OMG 100% agree with everything you said. I'm Australian, have visited the US several times, and have found on the whole most are so uneducated about the rest of the world, especially those that travel abroad, acting as though the planet wouldn't survive without the US - whereas the rest of the planet are basically thinking, in most incidents, it would be better if the US kept to themselves a bit more 😂
I’m an American (o Estadounidense) who lives in rural Pennsylvania. One of my brushes with bad stereotyping was when I went to visit a friend of mine in Naples, Italy. We were on an English guided tour of subterranean Naples (I had just started learning Italian so I wasn’t quite that good yet). There was a part of the tour where you had to go through very narrow passages that the ancient Greeks built. Our tour guide told our group that they used to give out candles so that people could more immerse themselves in the experience but they had to stop because someone accidentally lit themself on fire. Two Germans from the group immediately went “It must of been Americans.”
I'm a European who bought into the whole American Dream 9 years ago. I remember almost getting into a fight with an American trashing his country because I was so deeply grateful for being here. Now I'm a citizen and have been exposed to all facets of this society, I'm starting to feel all sorts of unsafe, grossed out and just unhappy. BUT... ..Just like Nathan here, I am also starting to realize the problem might be ME. 💚 I can't move at least for a couple more years because I found my soul mate and just got pregnant, so what do I do? - Do I continue to torment myself by focusing on the massive inequalities of the healthcare system when, in fact, I have good health insurance and I am okay? - Do I drive myself crazy by lamenting how poisoning the food is when, in fact, we make decent money and are educated to buy more nutritious food? - Do I stay up at night thinking someone is going to accidentally shoot me when, in fact, I live in a super peaceful burbs and I had nothing like that happening to me? - Do I worry about what my kid is going to learn in school when, in fact, I am confident that we can teach him/her what truly matters: nervous system regulation, empathy, financial management, the importance to be connected with the nature? I think there are many people in my shoes and if you're one of them, be grateful for what you do have! No country is perfect! ❤🩹 Bless the place you're in right now, with your presence and your spirit until the next leg of the journey. You are your own world! I love you!
As a European also residing in America, I'd like to extend my congratulations on expecting a little one! I migrated to the US primarily to be with my wife and also because it appeared to be the most advantageous move for my career. Nevertheless, once we start a family, I don't foresee us staying here. In response to your points: - The unreliable nature of health insurance here is a genuine concern for us. We could be extremely unlucky and lose both our jobs and health insurance at the same time. But, even with health insurance, I hope to God we never have to deal with medical bills that the predatory health insurance agencies refuse to cover-often under the guise of contrived reasons. - I concede your point here, yet I've observed that product labeling can be significantly misleading. For instance, the distinction between free-range, cage-free, and pasture-raised chickens/eggs can be deceptive, with the latter being the only genuinely ethically sourced option. So, I guess there's a point to make about needing even more education on how to find good foods. - The concept of American suburbia fundamentally disagrees with my preferences. I am uncomfortable with the idea of living there, fearing it may even impact my mental health. The heavy reliance on cars that it often entails isn't something I find appealing. I appreciate the simplicity of walking, cycling, and using public transport, which seems to place me at an increased risk of encountering violence daily in this country. - My foremost concerns revolve around the increasing incidence of school shootings and the dire condition of the American public school system. My wife is a 9th-grade English teacher and department head at a public school. She could talk for 24 hours straight about the pitiful state of the educational system. If you want your kids to have the best education possible then you could go for private schools, public schools in wealthier neighborhoods/suburbs, or homeschooling. However, these options inadvertently contribute to the defunding of an already cash-strapped public school system, which could potentially lead to more underprivileged children being left on the streets (and guess what that leads to). Long story short, some people like myself feel a duty to contribute to the American infrastructure so it isn't overlooked, but many people just have no other options. And by participating, you risk several things: your peace of mind, the chance to provide your children with a solid education, your life, and most importantly, the lives of your loved ones. These aren't things that America failed to account for when it was being built. These problems originate from an array of policies and laws that politicians fervently endorse. You can't expect them to change any time soon.
As an American I can say that we do care about what's going on in other countries, but when your country is so massive, you tend to worry more about what's going on right outside your door than what is going on across an ocean. Because it affects you more. It's not necessarily correct, but I feel like everyone does it. I live in Greece now and people watch news about America, but when news about Greece comes on, everyone is paying just more closely attention. That's natural.
It’s also news cycles. Something happening in the United States is publicized globally but a lot of news specific to other nations isn’t available here unless you go out of your way to find out
Russians are waaaay more educated tho, about the world and they are massive too.... it is not a justification come on, considering 90% dont know anything about their own country ... I am honest an average european know more about US history than an averege american....so the problem exists and it is big... If you dont know history you are condamnded to repeat over and over the same mistakes....and that"s what we are seeing now
You are right about what’s going on next door to us. However it’s these small steps and our people that help for our country that can lead to bigger change slowly but surely.
I like how this guy says that he isn’t talking about all Europeans and that that is a massive generalization. I think some Europeans need to do that also
I’m surprised nobody mentioned how different urban planning and design is in much of Europe and the US (walkable cities vs. car centric design) and how that affects the population physically and psychologically.
Except in Greece which sucks.
Because a lot of Europeans take it for granted/don't notice it that much. Only if you've been in the US or seen video's you'll notice the difference
@@Julian-mv5zi I was honestly blown away as a Dutch person. I’m from a small village and walking/cycling can get you anywhere.
It was kinda crazy to be in a place that’s meant for people whilst feeling like I’m trespassing on the cars’ domain.
Not very common knowledge.
Here in the US, some largely populated and freshly gentrified cities are (finally!) adopting and promoting a more bicycle-centric means of travel.
In my city for instance, we have brand new clearly defined bicycle lanes next to new and/or renovated wide sidewalks -both lanes are quite heavily utilized by locals and commuters alike.
I can proudly say I haven’t needed to own a car in nearly 2 years☺️ hoping to see this become a standard over time
As Dutchie I've been to America for 3 weeks and this is a summary of my experience:
- Some lady asked me which language I was speaking to my sister. So I told her that I came from te Netherlands and we were speaking Dutch. The lady then turned to her husband in excitement saying she thought we came from Latvia and that her guess was really close...
- Countless homeless people in cities as Vegas, San Francisco and Los Angeles that even lost the ability to speak because of drug addiction was really saddening and scary because they could be in possession of guns. (They did even stand behind us when withdrawing money from an ATM)
- Those 1.500 Kcal Oreo milkshakes.... We tried to recreate those milkshakes at home and it was impossible to reach 1.500 Kcal without adding loads of fat and a mountain of sugar.
- A country radio station was arguing if tomatoes should be seen as vegetable or candy.
- If you have a complaint at your hotel you will get bribed with candy and cookies. We surely took our advantage of that.
Nature is awesome in the USA and most of the people are so kind it almost feels unnatural. But I strongly believe that they should be more kind to the people who are "weaker" in society. People shouldn't be left on the streets to rot.
Most people inner cities are torn by the democratic parties policies that have gone on for 100 years. The welfare programs that have been put in place didn’t incentivize a two parent home and it’s been extremely destructive in inner cities. Our health care system is way too expensive based on the profit based initiative in health care.
As an Indian American living in Europe (specifically Germany) but I’ve traveled to a lot of European countries… I’ve always get asked of my race and I tell them I’m south Asian (parents are from India)… Europeans are ignorant as well. They don’t understand how immigration works. They thought that I was born and raised in India and they were confused what I was doing in America lol. They think only white and black people live in America lol. They have literally said this to us. And my husband is Mexican (but born in America) and they thought my husband came from Mexican to go to India to find me 😂😂😂
@@Jay-pd9kcwelfare programs doesnt necessarily incentiv7ze laziness. Europe has all sorts of these and less lazyness. Furthermore if the programs are so widespread why do u even have homeless people ? Surely rhey could use the free money to pay for a home and do nothing.
I love the Dutch and I love the Netherlands. Love from Minneapolis! ✌️
@@a.m928 the homeless problem is more of a mental health problem as Ronald Reagan defunded mental health hospitals back in the 1980s, and with a stroke of a pen literally put thousands of mentally ill people literally on the street. Our current homeless problem is a result of that lack of funding.
LMAO. That one British girl, "derp, we left the EU, we are not European". Then her friend saying, we are still in Europe. That made me spit my drink.
She wasn’t British.
@@igottheshaft based and redpill
😂 i agree, really IQ questionable comment
@@bitbitbit137 I wouldn’t know, but can you imagine calling a white guy Chinese (who doesn’t even know he’s living in Asia), just because he can speak Chinese? Full on clown world.
let us pray for Russia to nuke Europe first. After seeing how racist and xenophobic they are in this video, they deserve it
I don't understand the way people in my country (Netherlands) talk about the US. There is so much generalization. When asked if they have ever visited the country, let alone even met anyone from there, the most likely answer is 'No'. I've met quite a few Americans from all over the country, and have had nothing but great experiences.
Same here. Those old dutch and french people talking about how Trump made them feel scared to go to America. When he was in America was doing great and it were the hateful left freaking out spouting things about him that were entirely true. Now I can see how the gullible Europeans got to the bad situations their countries are in.
Thank god your different I found that Dutch couple to be very ignorant.
As a Japanese, I understand how Americans feel. It's really frustrating when foreigners talk about their country based on secondary information obtained on social media. For example, our suicide rate statistics have now fallen to 49th in the world, yet we are still associated with suicide stereotypes.
Please don't judge us based on anime or porn.😑
Can I judge you on samurai and badass 90s drifting?
Why not? I like most of your anime!
@@damackabet.4611 I think you guys know more about anime than the average Japanese lol.
But that's different from living in Japan. I'm glad that you have a positive attitude, but if you expect too much, you may be disappointed. Japan is a normal country with good and bad points just like any other country.
say this in a kawaii voice and ill understand
My mother is Japanese but I was unfortunately born in france where anime and the other thing you mentioned is really popular. I often receive remarks or demands like : can you speak in a kawaii voice ? Can you teach me Japanese ? Is it true that in Japan there are more "manga stores ?" than supermarkets ? Do you own a katana ? Someone even asked me to moan like in a (animated thing you mentioned). Seriously I find that more racist than "haha kung-fu your eyes are like spaghetti".
Why do people reduce Japan and its people to that ? Heartbreaking
As an Italian, I was victim of stereotypes so many times that I lost the count. We are the country of Pizza, pasta, mafia (all that with the typical accent from Mario) and that’s pretty much all for some people. Truth is, some people will only see a part of the real picture. Same happens with the USA. Having said that, I can give you my point of view as an European who lived across Europe in the last 5 years. The perception of the US like you said in the video has definitely changed in the last years. When I was young I used to fantasise my life there, due to the amount of inputs we were receiving from movies, music industry etc. Then reality hits and you have to look at other aspects if you consider moving. Our cultures are completely different to start with. In Europe we pay healthcare through taxes, our public educational system is usually better than the American one (whereas US has better education in college which are super expensive and for which you are usually extinguishing debts thorough all your life), our cities are usually very walkable and distances are relatively short, we have a strong food culture and variety of diets and ingredients, we tend to be more family oriented and less self made women/men and our cities are relatively safer than a lot of American ones. These are the typical things we debate on when we talk about how bad is America and Europe is better and on one hand I must agree. But US is much more than this. Americans are usually very chatty, fun, enthusiasts and typically open minded. I like the “can do” attitude that makes you achieve big results, universities are great, landscapes are amazing, the mix of cultures makes the US very interesting so relegating the US to ignorance and stupidity is unfair and superficial. All the stereotypes hide a bit of truth, but we usually use them just cause we heard of them, or generally we refer to the average citizen, not the whole representation of a country.
Thank you for thoughtful response.
We also make the best pizza . Chicago .new York
I see you exposed lots of wrongfull stereotypes about USA too...
I am an european and south american multinational citizen, I have experienced many countries and have friends from multiple locations. My whole family is multiethnic.
Any person from the third world who knows both USA and Europe, even USA and Canada or USA and Australia knows European views of USA as a nation and population are mostly wrong.
Europeans mostly ignore the negative side effects of their own policies and their own culture. But these same policies went south in most of the world. Many people from poor countries will emigrate to europe and will resent their choices deeply because european policies mean they are not able to grow economically, and if they grow most of their work will be drained by taxes and lots of their time will be lost in bureocracy, while the same people can go to USA, live there in complete illegality and still achieve a better standard of living and safety than in Europe.
Also, these views are motivated by Americas self deprecating media, which is mostly run by leftist extremists or by globalist capitalists. American elites are in overt conflict with their people's values, while european elites had most of their people converted in this new gnostic religion of "inclusion and welfare".
Europeans have grown ipsis literis domesticated, they don't ever consider their own governments can turn tyrannical an they will live WW2 or USSR all over again. They don't understand feeling safe is not being safe. The french specially forgot the miserable state and grave sacrifices of their fimsly and not "well regulated" resistance movement and the lives of americans lost in their soil.
Right now in europe we are having people being arrested for peacefully protesting, posting jokes online or even praying in public, judged without a public jury in secret courts and still europeans feel proud and safe in their ignorance.
European society is crumbling much like american society, just by oposite ends of the same thread.
Europeans don't even realize their democratic turn was not only inspired by the american revolution but also fought over the lessons learned in this same process. The french revolution was just a continuation of the US Revolution. And still they failed, derailed into barbarism, got Napoleon and the French Empire as result and most of Europe subjulgated in some point.
Now we have a mostly unarmed Europe having it's borders and independence being defended by American weapons as military personel. Go figure...
Europeans became so Sheepish that UK girl thinks being european is defined by being part of the european union and most individuals from non-latin europe would fall for and agree with this same lie.
I know what you mean with regards to Italians and the thought they’re all in the Mafia, I’m from Vegas and our city only helped perpetuate that. That said I’ve had life long friends who are Italian (either 1st generation, or 2nd or 3rd generation) and what I can say is they’re my favorite people, EXTREMELY hospitable, caring, passionate, all of the great things that makes up the best in humanity really. I hope to one day travel to Italy.
I’m from Canada, and when I travel people always assume that I am American. When they find out that I am in fact from Canada and not the US, their attitude and conversation totally changes towards me in a more positive way. There are definitely negative attitudes towards the US abroad.
I had the same experience way back in 1981. American tourists had a reputation for being loud, for one thing. I saw examples of that but I met many American youths who were very nice and likeable.
Most of the Canadians are just like the people from the US.
And most of the mexicans are still, americans.
US people are possibly the most extreme, but almost all of you have a certain kind of being that is just not compepable to us from the old world
@@rogercroitor4962 I believe you. My ancestors must have been very different from yours, to risk their lives crossing the Atlantic Ocean in a little wooden ship 400 years ago, to start a new life in a cold, harsh land like Canada.. A different breed.
Yeah I am colombian and American and I always say I am colombian when I am traveling abroad honesly I rather have the drug stereotype than been perceived as an American...
@@magistrumartiumThere is something in there, but don't go too far. A big part in surviving that ship was luck.
And the difference that I'm talking is cultural, not genetic.
Plus you don't know who my ancestors are, white americans are mainly made up of britts, germans and French. While europe is made up of more then that.
What people from other countries don’t seem to understand is the U.S. is so massive that your experience visiting the country is going to vary based off what state you go to. Just because you visited one state doesn’t mean you now understand the entire culture.
@@Hixoltagenah Bro i dont think so trying to compare south Dakota and north Dakota with Germany and france you Guys are fucking stupid
So true
@@Hixoltage Saying this to any European is a giant red flag, about the most stereotype-confirming thing you can say as an American. Please don't do it. It's not remotely the same, and European countries have their own internal cultural divisions too. States are for sure different, some more than others, but European cultures have developed in part in opposition to other countries.
Indeed..Many American had misconception about other countries.
@@matthijslenaerts9423 I will probably never leave this country so there will be no need for this conversation 😆
As a french living in Rouen, Normandy, we have many tourists from the USA, and they are for the most part of them, well educated and respectful. I have nothing but respect for them.
Thank you! I feel the same about French tourists.
I guess the poor and uneducated Americans can't travel to Europe, let alone take days off work.
Americans that actually leave the country are usually more open minded
It's an exception for many Americans to take a vacation, let alone travel abroad. As an Airbnb host for years, I've noticed that half of my American guests were 50+ and traveling for the first time ever.
@@superresistant0 That's very sad. I can't imagine working 2 jobs and not having days off to travel to Germany, the Netherlands etc or just relax.
I'm a half Italian half Peruvian guy that has lived in both Italy and Perú as well as in the US (though for a brief time) and after noticing so many common patterns across these countries I noticed that I don't like tarnishing entire countries with so many different sides. Instead, I generally dislike very narcissistic, boorish and self entitled jerks, no matter the culture or country they may come from.
People are suffering. That brings a lot of mental issues. What is happening I the USA is a warning for other. This system is not sustainable.
What a pure answer - sooo true. 😅
@@JohanDanielAlvarezSanchez I totally agree with you.
Very Wise take
@@JohanDanielAlvarezSanchez What's happening in the US is happening in other countries as well, but we make fantastic fodder for groups that want to ignore their own issues. I mean the UK started a lot of the trans debates before the GOP did in the US. They also have had outright racism it's almost like half the US immigrated from there or something.
Couldn’t help but laugh out loud when they’re saying that Americans don’t know about geography, and then this British girl says “Wait, we’re not from Europe. We left the EU” 😂
well to be fair UK is a mini USA nowadays.
In truth many Brits don't class themselves as European.
Only a handful of Brits are like that, trust me. The vast majority of us do know we're European. Personally, I identify as all 3 of what I would class as my 'status' i.e. I am European, and British, and English.
@@RobertHeslop I would suggest you're in a minority
@@Bertie22222 Most likely, yes.
Plus, given that both my parents are native white English people, it's rare, but I speak 6 languages, so that confirms it too.
It’s fascinating how many say Americans are dumb or stupid. They seem so naive when they say that. Like they get all of their information from Hollywood and TikTok.
It’s because they *do* get all their information from Hollywood and TikTok.
@@angelam5444It’s sad like with these TikTok kids who are from Europe, it’s borderline obsession it’s awkward to witness as a Canadian
@@angelam5444 Not really. I know where other countries are located as well. I know...shocker.
Fucking American woke, capitalist individualistic culture
@@14FrensAnd88EaglesI think he was referring to the Dumb ones
As a Brit, I studied American history at college, travelled all over parts of the East and West coasts there. I found many, many folks there to be friendly and chatty, especially outside of the big cities. I found Americans to be a mass of contradictions; patriotic, but always describing themselves as Afro-American, Irish-American, Italian American etc, but never just American. I also observed the quiet, but consistent self-segregation that most groups practice there. I was impressed by their stunning and varied geography and open spaces, but I was depressed by the homelessness (in the early 2000s), and the lack of health care and the culture of violence both by criminals and the police. I reminded myself that as a European, our diverse cultures are very old and have learnt from our many mistakes and achievements, America however is still a young country. The tipping culture in the US was particularly degrading however. All in all, European countries like the UK, Belgium and France also have problems with crime and terrorism - especially Brussels. I think it’s good not to get too sanctimonious when criticising America, as there are much worse places to live as many immigrants to the US will attest.
Your right
Many of the things you talked about are the product of being an immigrant nation.
Finally someone who isn’t bias. Ignorance goes both ways. That’s all imma say. I see it from all people. Everyone claiming Americans are ignorant and this and that but others who aren’t from America can only bring up stereotypes or generalizations just like Americans and not get criticized for it. Everyone is the same. And I wish people stop generalizing America like it’s one type of people. I find it funny how people compare the US to the EU like… you’re comparing a country to many other countries.
Still a lot of homelessness here, so it’s probably the same if not worse than your visit during the 2000’s. As a Californian, I see homelessness all the time. Especially in LA and San Fran. I live in the OC, so it’s not as bad but it’s still pretty fucking terrible. I live in a fairly nice neighborhood, but if I look outside my window now I’ll surely see someone struggling without housing. The system is cruel and I want people to live equally. The United States praises independence and self-sufficiency so much that people seem to forget that we’re suppose to care for the weak and vulnerable. What’s the point of a community otherwise? I hope to see the U.S. become a more unified, peaceful, loving, and prosperous nation.
I'd like to raise a small counterpoint. A lot of European countries are more modern then the USA. Italy for example only unified in the 19th century. Since the fall of Rome really it hadn't been a unified Italian state. It spend a thousand years split into distinct nations. Belgium is an ever newer country, created a few decades later. These countries are younger then the USA as a country, a unified culture and often not even unified by language. The USA had plenty of time to learn as a country and claims to the contrary basically put Native Americans away as primitives without true culture.
I am a Nigerian immigrant who has lived in the US since I was 11 years old (I'm 41 now). In my experience, there is a lot of ignorance, racism, and violence in America. However, I find that the average American is kind hearted and has a generous spirit. Americans will rally round to help someone in a bind without thinking twice. Americans are big hearted people and I appreciate that about them.
Yeah that's kind of the idea we also have in Italy: Americans are big and stupid in both positive and negative ways. They're honest and generous but also simple and judgemental, ignoring the subtleties the world is filled with
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They say that in the east coast when you get a flat tire people will talk smack to you, but they will still help.
In the West coast, especially in California, if you get a flat tire people will laugh at you, say their condolences and leave you hanging. Whilst every other car that drives by is slowing down to stare you down like you ran over a pet.
I’ve only visited the east coast a handful of times so im not exactly sure if it’s like that there.
But I can definitely safely say that in the west coast people will never help you especially if your a man.
@@Mr.Scootini I live in the east coast and from experience, it depends where and it depends on who. Some don’t trust and walk the other way and others will help.
I have lived in the USA for the past 39 years. Been to Europe in different occasions. You face way more racism there than in the USA . If history is any indication, who are the ignorant ones.
The problem with us Europeans is we "think" we know Americans and America because we hear so much about it but the reality is unless you live somewhere you don't really know it. I fell in to this category for the first 30 years of my life until I realised after meeting a few how wrong I was and for that I'm sorry.
i don't need to live there to understand that making debts for studying and for healing myself is not a good thing. I don't need to live there to understand that a car-centric society with no sidewalks is a bad thing. I actually don't need to experience a gun fight to understand that being able to buy a gun so easily is foundamentally bad. Do you understand?
@@natural783, sweetheart you don’t have to ever come to the U.S. and you need to show your user name in English!
@@natural783 Actually the ignorance in your post illustrates exactly why you actually should spend time in a place if you are going to judge it. Do you understand?
@@Texastee73 no need to show it in English
@@christhackston9144i think it’s totally fair to recognize that the USA fails to treat their civilians with respect. You don’t have to live in the Us to see that, even if i have been there myself.
I was in London for the first time for a month in summer of 2004 or 2005. I was 24 and in law school. This was before social media, and at a time when even the internet was not yet in widespread use; I recall going to Internet cafe to use the computer while visiting. I will never forget two unsolicited comments from two different people, literally right after meeting them - one person letting me know with a chuckle how stupid they thought Americans were for voting GW in office, another person asking me if I rode a horse and owned a gun. Having interacted with people from numerous countries while living in the US, I would never think it appropriate to ask these types of questions while in the US, and think it’s absolutely bizarre that the British consider themselves more polite in general-I felt incredibly unwelcome there and wasn’t prepared at all for that. I can only imagine now how much their perception of Americans has worsened with the advent of social media and rampant information sharing. That was my personal experience and I hope that things have changed.
Going to London is like going to New York. They are not the most polite parts of the given countries
Whenever I see this discussion I always think of a story my father told me. He was in the American navy and was sent to Australia for a time. While there, he drove out to some middle of nowhere bar and started talking. Next thing he knows, all the Australians in this bar are buying him beers left and right and asking him to say words bc they liked his accent. They were just so excited to see a foreigner (one from another continent no less) in this tiny rural bar.
I can’t help but think this interaction would never come today, or at least not at the same scale simply bc of the over-saturation America has had in pop culture and global trends/events. I think it’s normal for people who’ve never met an American or been to America to feel a frustration towards this and be quick to generalize all Americans with the stereotypes they have heard but have never seen.
That being said, Ireland had one of the friendliest populations I’ve ever seen
That honestly just sounds like jealousy to me. It’s such a childish view on things. I wouldn’t want to associate with people like that anyway.
I will never forget the time I tried to learn about other people's cultures and got in a group chat with Germans, Filipinos and other kinds of people. Everyone started hating America...it made me feel alienated. It was even weirder that they generalized so much that they were talking about white southern people when I am Mexican-American and live in Texas. It was so strange because I am glad that I get to live here because in some areas in Mexico it has become so crime driven. It's just so weird to be open to others and to be met with hostility. In some ways it feels like you aren't wanted by some Americans because you aren't white but you are also grouped into a stereotype by other countries. I honestly tried to defend America even though I never had the need to have pride in where I live but that negativity really got to me. It might not be perfect but no place ever is.
@@setofreakinkaiba8553terminally online buttheads is what it is mainly.
These interactions still happen. My friend traveled to Ireland and Germany and he pretty much had a similar experience.
Yea I had an experience like that in Thailand. We stayed at a place in Chiang Mai outside of the touristy areas and everywhere we went people were excited to talk with and show us things. Stayed in like an airbnb type compound thing and every evening me, the owner, and his father would drink whiskey and cokes while his daughters and my wife played badminton with the little set I bought them.
A professor from England said something like this in a lecture in 1980: "When I came here in the 1950's, no one asked why I came to America. It was obvious. The most freedom, the highest standard of living, the most rights, etc. Now, people ask me why I came."
@JD-gk7eh Europe has declined??🤣🤣you've got a senile old man who can't speak as president, are attacked by your own government & the gayest/ most racist country in the world🤣🤣🤣🤣hell on earth you're all delusional
The most freedom and the most rights still pretty much applies. Every day thousands of people are coming into the U.S. illegally for a better life.
@@georgehenderson7783they come from literal hellholes of failed countries. That’s why they come to America, if they could they’d go to Europe not America
@@georgehenderson7783 bc America has advertised this "freedom " lie. Many other countries are a lot more free than America, they just don't make a show about it.
@@JD-gk7ehthat’s wishful thinking
As a child, i remember watching American movies and observed a scene that was repeatedly used. The scene would consist of a child being tucked into bed by his parents. Different movies approached the scene differently, but the one line that would always be present is..."you can be anything you want to be" or something to that degree.
I think the current American society is an echo of that statement, for better or for worse. From an outsider's point of view, it seems like there's no order. The capitalists and/or politicians are also using the confusion as a way to gain more. The average citizens are distracted by entertainment. All their energy goes to social media and they don't have any energy left for serious issues.
In all fairness, my critics can be applied to a lot of countries.
Wow! Well said.
Yes excellent point, and yes unfortunately it is becoming a common symptom across the world.
meanwhile, my indian parents tuck me in : you're a smart girl. now become a doctor kk?
@@lythrum2081 I can totally relate to that 😂
Good observation.
For myself, as an African I always belived America had an abundance of nutritious food!
I grew up and realised I was soo far from the truth! I have a degree in human nutrition. That was eye opening, the findings were so bad it makes me question whether their government want to slowly but surely want to delete its own people.
As a freelancer, I have worked with hundreds of clients from USA and European countries. I find that almost always, Americans are more friendly, open minded and flexible to work with. They pay well and pay timely. On the other hand, most Europeans I have worked with are miserly, strict and little greedy at times. So, currently I only work with American clients. They are the best.
I 100% agree with you. I'm also a freelancer from Europe and American clients are the best. I guess it's because they earn more money than Europeans so of course they are nicer and more likely to pay more.
We grow up in Europe admiring the American myths: American dream, technology, their pop culture. At first we're genuinely convinced it's a whole new perfect world where everyone is happy, has money and a nice big house with the garage and a big car. Then you educate yourself, learn about the politics, the economy, contact people on the Internet and the bubble bursts. Because it's not entirely what they make it out to be.
I grew up in that world and it WAS wonderful, a dream, all that the myth implies, a place where ambition and hard work gets you the good life , My wife came from the Philippines and worked very hard to raise two college professors and a life of nice houses, cars, boats and we even owned an airplane , We were just average working class people. The modern world was invented in America
@@tompell2487 That's wonderful but if you've put two kids through American college, own boats, planes and a big house, you are not working class. You are upper middle class. I'm happy things worked out for you though!
@@davidkavanagh189 Or even upper class
@@charleymount582 Indeed!
Although not perfect, It most definitely lived up to the reputation of the myths you mentioned. I'm 48 born and raised here and sadly this is not the same beautiful America I grew up in. Our bought and sold government has been slowly and incrementally destroying this country and all that it stands for through our public education system and with the help of the sold out mainstream media. America is not alone in the B.S. as it seems most of the world is dealing with extra. As the late George Carlin said - “Governments don’t want a population capable of critical thinking, they want obedient workers, people just smart enough to run the machines and do the paperwork and just dumb enough to passively accept their situation.
Before coming to Europe, I had no idea about the perception people here have about America and Americans. On the first day of classes, after we met all our classmates, one of them said out loud "Thank God we don't have Americans in the group", another day one of my classmates met a lovely girl in a bar, everything was going pretty well, until he discovered she was American, at that point it changed his perception of her completely. At some point, I started to think this was not just a particular case, but instead, it was something that has become general. I am on the side where no one should be labeled or classified for nationality, or any other personal characteristic. I am a foreigner, I come from Colombia, I've been labeled a lot of times when meeting people from abroad, and regardless of how American act most of the time, generalizing will never be the right way to get to know someone.
“Regardless of how Americans act most of the time?” That sounds like a back-handed insult/defense.
But some Americans DO act poorly when traveling. It's not all Americans, but I bet we can both agree that the ones who do are also the loud, brash ones that draw attention to themselves.
@lilbertsmom3561 I find that hilarious cause I have met Europeans who will be loudest ones in the building and it's awkward af. Granted maybe I have been in the presence of Europeans before and they were so well behaved and mundane I forgot it. Probably the same in Europe. Americans who are so well behaved you didn't even realize it.
The loudest and negative interactions stand out the most.
@@DRL1320 Americans are not liked anywhere. Including Canada. We can't get rid of them😤
@@lilbertsmom3561 Statistically, Americans commit the second least amount of crimes per capita as foreigners in Europe, only above Japan. Stereotyping of personal experience is anecdotal.
This was really difficult to watch as a Native American. Agreeing with a lot of it while also knowing that we’ve been erased and grouped into this generalization without a say is really sad.
Pls. You were rivalling tribes ens|4ving each other.
I'm not saying what happened is right. I am saying back then it was survival of the fittest.
@@lullaby218 Survival of the fittest your mom. Colonialism is never justified, no matter if the people who lived on those lands before were fighting each other.
Do you realize that with your logic you can excuse much of the slave trade, since certain African states were happy with selling slaves?
@@lullaby218😐
As an American I feel very sad about that. How the Native American people were treated was abhorrent. Many Native Americans treated the first colonists with kindness when they arrived and then this is how they were repaid. I know justice can never be done for what happened but I can tell you that for myself I am sorry for what occurred to the Native American people and it saddens me.
Another perspective to Americans that has probably not been a top discussion here… but I’m from Sweden, which is a Scandinavian & Nordic country. I don’t think we’re the only ones, probably lots of other countries in Europe feel the same way. But in the same way the US is a big country with a lot of states that are very different to each other, Europe is a continent with a lot of different countries with different cultures, languages, history and stereotypes. I don’t consider myself “European” more than being part of that continent and for political reasons, but when we’re talking about my personal identity, heart & culture. I’m Swedish and I’m Scandinavian/Nordic. I have ties with Denmark, Norway, Finland and Iceland which we consider as our brothers & sisters and we truly love. The world’s stereotypes of “Europeans” or “Europe” are usually based on the south Europe or the historical powerful countries. Every time I hear something about Europeans (like this video) or someone’s been in Europe, I never include myself into that category and assume these people have been to France, Spain, Italy, UK, Belgium, Netherlands etc. and talk about them. Because even though we share a lot of similarities, we’re also very different.
Having that said, we Swedes aren’t easily offended, so it’s absolutely cool that you say those things. I’m not crying myself to sleep 😁 But what I want to emphasise with all this connected to the video as well is that, when the context is about “Europeans don’t like Americans…” or “this is what Europeans think about Americans…” usually they’re talking about a few countries, sometimes maybe one. And it’s absolutely not the opinion of the European continent.
I am from Sweden and I have no issues with Americans at all! I’ve been to the states several times both on the east & west coast + the Hawaii islands, so I understand how different it is. But I’ve also enjoyed it every time because the people have been so welcoming, friendly and nice. I’ve also had my best Mexican food in the south US & other great experiences. In Sweden we’ve also always loved your movies & TV shows, music, brands & lots of stuff. I also like your attitude, which was mentioned in the video. And can sometimes feel how nice it would be to have the same confidence and believe in yourself like you have or in the country. Here’s my perspective of it all and I can also get annoyed at Europeans how they behave towards the rest of the world sometimes. Also very ignorant and a bit degrading. No hard feelings from me! And I perceive Swedish people & Scandinavians to be less “anti-America” as well. It’s not like this at all. All the best from Sweden 🇸🇪🤝🇺🇸
As a anti war Russian I can relate to being received poorly for the things that
are off your control.
I personally know a number of Russians and my daughter in law is Russian. Americans I've found don't hold individual Russians responsible for the structure of Russian government and its leadership. People are people around the world I've found when it comes down to it. We want to be treated with respect, we want to be loved and want to be permitted to express who we are as individuals without being persecuted for it
@@jpslaym0936 Belgian here, and in my school that i know off and see at bus pick up, 2 russian famelies that live here now..
they were here before the war of course..
at the start, i feel we did see russian more as victums too of Putin dreams..
but that changed with the intercepted calls, in witch russian mothers told their suns at the front not to have to much compasion and to see the enemies as dirty swines and such... that really turned the mood toward the russian support this 'military operation' way to much...
i wish you a lot of strength !!
it's weird how supportive russian are toward a clear pure invasion from russia to territoy outside it...
but of course there is almost no press freedom left, so the counter voices are largely silenced...
At least I and most of my friend group doesn't hold Russian citizens accountable for what their dictator is doing. We also hear the voices of protest, and follow their surpression (imprisonment, flight, banishment). I have watched certain channels to hear the voices on the Russian streets (and how careful people need to be). Yes, there appear to be those that support his politics, next to those who don't. Last but not least, the many young Russian lives lost due to this is also saddening.
Just shut it.
Why Europeans ( and pretty much the rest of the World) dislike Americans:
1. They can't even find Europe, or most American states, on a map;
2. Most Americans can't even read, write, or speak proper English;
3. Most American High School graduates have little to no STEM acumen, nor will qualify to complete hard science and technical programs of study;
4. Even America's poor act entitled: Hotels and restaurants BEGGING for workers,
and where are the Americans taking the jobs?
They tried a program in the Deep South of America; EBT/Food Stamp recipients had to show up to work on farms that desperately needed workers. Most walked off the job in the middle of the day. Many of the crops went un-picked and rotted.
Who's taking all those jobs? Not Americans....
100,000's immigrants willing to work - but they have to wait 6-9 mos to be processed, how does that make sense?
I've lived in America for 2 years. And I will say that the news is truly what shapes how America is viewed. I never wanted to live here. But i met a person and fell in love. The people I've been exposed to have been kind and welcoming. But i will say that, generally speaking, the American in the city is different than the country.
USA is big. There are some cool place in USA like everywhere. But the society as a whole is very problematic…
Somehow, Americans in the city are assholes and Americans in rural areas are bigots
Then there's the small cities, and medium cities, and maybe somewhere in there, there is some well-rounded kindness
They don’t fix any problems….
@@danielsykes7558 hehe well-rounded :)
America is not a name of a country .... United States is the correct name .... i live in North America ... Canada and USA does not own Canada or south america
Same problem that happens everywhere. People think they know a country because of social media. You don’t know a country until you visit it
i agree
In the first foreign country I visited at age 15, my nose told the that sanitary sewers and rain runoff sewers are the same thing in most of the world, if there are sewers at all.
Much of the US fits its stereotype unfortunately. The ones who travel are often classier.
@@brianhanes5413have you even been to America?
You don't know a whole country just because you visited it. Everybody has opinions and narrow perspectives. How many Americans themselves barely understand America or the same for any country
It seems to me that most of the people interviewed have never even been to the US.
They're also basing their opinions on teens and social media influencers. That's an extremely small segment of the US.
As an Irish woman, I generally really like Americans. They're friendly, hard-working and fun. Thing I don't like about America (and I know I share this with the vast majority of Europeans) is the Health Care system. No 1 cause of bankruptcy for Americans. I think it's beyond cruel and senseless. They deserve sooooo much better.
Yes, we do deserve better. But about half of the voters don't seem to think that. It's a tragedy. My mother voted her entire life to keep a health care system that did her (and her family) really badly before she passed away last year.
I agree with you! Many people are in bankruptcy in America due to health system, which is stupid!
Irish here too. For such a rich country, I'm baffled by their healthcare and what appears to be unequal access to education - and as for the guns....
They don’t have free healthcare because they don’t pay for it with taxes, that’s what I’ve heard
I’m 54 and this is a big concern for me. We will likely be uninsured soon, and as the sole money-maker in my family (at this time) it’s frightening to think what would happen if I became sick.
We would lose everything we’ve worked for. We would be homeless.
I'm 50, born in 1972, American, Texan. You can imagine how much I've seen the US change. I've been to 34 countries, every country in Europe, more than one visit per country, and for several weeks at a time. I've spoken with Austrians, Slovakians, Croatians, Italians, Russians, Belarusians, Ukrainians, English, Irish about the US.
Eastern Europeans have different views than the West Europeans. Over the years the attitudes toward America grew more cynical. However I will tell people I am from Texas and this was received in a much more positive way than saying I was American.
One thing to keep in mind about Europeans. They are separate countries with separate cultures, languages, traditions and norms, all living together as neighbors in an area smaller than the US. So yes, they must know other languages and must being willing to travel, must accept different cultures, must be curious about other countries, because they are not as homogenous as Americans living in 50 States but speaking the same language under one Federal Government. It makes a huge difference because of that. And on that truth rests the reasons why Europeans think we live in a bubble, unwilling to learn different languages or get to know other people's. If Europe was governed by one entity, one culture, one language, they would be no different. I'm a conservative with center leanings, and I do not want to remain in the US, because it does not feel familiar to me anymore.
As for the internet, social media and the speed, rate and volume that toxic, fake, hyped, exaggerated or incorrect information flows through people's minds world wide, the US looks like an insane asylum through that lens.
Very interesting answer, if I may ask you, where would you like to move?
@@didonegiuliano3547 I've enjoyed Vienna, Budapest and Bucharest. Italy has certain appeal as well.
thank you, that makes me less critical of Americans and their knowledge of geography/history
I dunno, it still appears to me that the geographic knowledge of europeans is better beyond european borders as well. Like knowing some names of African or Asian countries, or hearing a countries name and linking it correctly to its continent. Not high level geography as well, but there are plenty of videos out there that indicate that americans often struggle with that. If americans are better in southamerica than in europe, the isolation and distance might be a reason, since europe is greatly linked to asia and africa as well, but I don‘t know. It appears go me that there is just a desinterest sometimes, because the world seemingly revolves around america (Superpower, Hollywood, silicon valley etc)
Reading the introduction of your comment I felt I was dying to read it as I was instantly connected to your status. But it seems that the comment is actually divided into two separate parts not interacting with each other. It's not clear the reason why you desire to leave the US anymore or better the reason why as a conservative you don't identify with the US reality especially if I take into account that things inside the Texas state still resist to the general madness. Of course if I get to move a little bit farther and suspect that you are bothered by the whole wokeness insanity (or better stupidity) that has startled on the head the US millenial generation then I have news for you. And it's not encouraging. At first, independently speaking of the above, I have started a while now to hear of people in need to abandon the US because of the general domination of useful idiots throughout the sociopolitical scene. In fact a few days ago I read the comment of a Greek born and grown in the US that, as he wrote, he has already been repatriated in Greece because of the same reason. BUT. But - as he clearly admitted himself in his narration - and I can easily confirm the wokeness idiocy has struck big time Europe as well. The EU has started to fall for the political correctness nazism/fascism and more or less in any European country now you can enjoy watching the normal be considered as abnormal and vice versa. Just as a representative example I am going to quote that these ultimate times in Greece harming by proof a cat or a dog entails a regular arrest from the state with instant trial and the imposition of a jail penalty with a contemporaneous astronomic fine of thousands of euros. At the same time it's passed on the news and you face the public scorn and contempt. If, on the other hand, you commit assault to another human being in a few hours you are set free with little to no consequences whatsoever. What I am trying to say is that even if you think that things have taken for good the wrong turn where you are don't take for granted that in Europe you'll have your head wrapped up around together. In a few words, stay where you are, you are still pretty fine..
I'm a British born person of Indian descent and have been living in New Jersey for the last 20 years. I'll give you an example of American kindness that I recently experienced: I went to Mexico for some medical treatment and when crossing the border back into the American side, my husband and I found that our taxi did not show up, nor did we have any other contacts to call for a ride to the airport. I spotted a elderly white couple and explained we were stranded with a flight to catch, and I asked if there were any buses that came this way. Immediately, without hesitation, the lady insisted that she would be drop us off at the airport!! Whilst living here, I have found that American's are generally kind, super friendly people. It's the politics, medical system, and social media that is causing ruin.
Thank you for saying that. The truth is, social media and politics do not reflect what most average Americans are really like. Most of us are genuinely kind, good people.
Very true!
I think their remarks are 99% true of Americans.
That could happen to you anywhere in the world.
Totally pity both of you living in NJ. I am from New England (Maine) and NJ airport and many individuals I met from NJ we’re just out right rude, abrasive etc.
One year later Argentyna under Milei has changed a lot after 80 years of Peronism. They finally came to understand the negative effects of COLECTIVISM and having the government provide you for life at the expense of the ones who DO work hard.
I relate so much to the people that said the perception toward the US has changed. Growing up in Asia I always thought the US was the best country to be in, that status has gone down massively now that it’s so easy to see the problems in the US through the lens of social media and my international work environment. After being exposed to many other cultures like French, English, German, Middle Eastern, and fellow Asian countries, I’ve realised my idea of the US when I was little was very wrong.
Many countries have better healthcare systems, school curriculums, lower crime rate, higher employment rate, and people are encouraged to learn multiple languages to be connected with the world, while many Americans are so proud to be single-language speakers, that’s so bizarre to me.
Just curious, what are some other countries that have a better employment rate of immigrants?
Are you aware that migration from the US to a perceived better nation is a personal option?
Where are you getting the perception that Americans are proud to be single-language speakers? Most Americans just don't give a second language a thought which is justifiable considering how much it costs us to go anywhere other than somewhere in the U.S. I've never heard any American act proud about not knowing a second language (and almost all of us take at least 1 foreign language in school... we just have no reason to practice it).
@@Haylla2008h am getting it by meeting Americans who say 'fuck this language why would I ever need anything other than pure English" living in the middle of Tokyo, Brazil and Paris where everyone not in the tourism industry doesn't give an eff about the English language.
I haven't heard anyone from anywhere else say something like that, though am pretty sure many think it.
@Haylaa2008
I completely second that. I am American(living in Eastern Europe, Latvia, for 13 yrs).. but I have never in my 50 yrs heard American say they’re proud that they only speak English and/or only need to learn English. Never.
Many years ago I recall an American asking my friend a similar question. He was starting to answer by saying that Americans think everything about the USA is the best when she interrupted by saying Yes but it is! At this point my friend looked at me and said, well, we don't always agree with that. The girl looked stunned. The idea that not everyone always thought everything about the USA was the best was just outside her field of thought.
I often get that look if I say anything that suggests that the USA isn't the best. I look and sound like an average white American, but I was raised in Asia.
That is one person. Generally it's the loudmouths, bigots, narrow-minded, egocentric people that are the loud ones and so they get noticed. Unfortunately the news thinks that people get bored by seeing good things in the world (and actuality, I think that is the general truth, but not with everyone) so that's why we always see tragedy on TV.. sensationalism, and all the far-right Republican crazy stuff on the news. People need to notice that the Republican party nowadays has one agenda, and that is to oppose all the good that the Democratic party attempts to do.
Personally, I think the Cold War is a major factor in that. Various administrations promoted loud, energetic patriotism to distance oneself from the USSR and, later on, from China. The same was being done in those countries as well. The culture of present-day Russia and of China have that same intense patriotism and idea that their country is the greatest in the whole world.
Tbf most young Americans these days think the governments and infrastructure everywhere else are better and are working hard to change it. The extreme patriotism and American Exceptionalism is mostly an older conservative ideal, though of course there are young conservatives who follow in the footsteps of their parents
@@neighthyn7 I've noticed even the younger people sometimes can't get over american exceptionalism. For example they tend to think that every problem in the world is US's fault.
I'm Dutch, and I think it's a lot of the things already said in this video, which come down to problems in the political system (gun laws, left vs. right, big gap between rich and poor, etc.), but I don't think you can judge someone just for being born in the US. There must be people on both sides of the political spectrum, a lot of them being wonderful people, and I think Europeans who are being rude to Americans without getting to know them don't see this difference between the collective and the individual.
My experience with Americans, is that no matter how clever they are or how well educated they are, all of them are affected and a bi-product of the black and white blue Vs red kind of mentality that is just absurd for an outsider and most Europeans feel that that's coming from stupidity not their environment. Of course not every American is stupid and of course every American can be stupid and clever in the same way every other person from anywhere in the world can. It's just that their point of view is a very counter intuitive point of view for Europeans (and the majority of the world in general).
you mean like the ignorance of Americans not knowing Europe is a continent and not a country....or even dont know where to find it on a map!
The political system - and some other 'external' aspects such as religious indoctrination or having to compete against someone else in _so_ many regards - have quite an effect on the _mindset_ of individual people. It's not the "fault" of the individual when they develop that mindset, but it is a problem - and, going with what I've been taught over and over, it's the responsibility of the individual to recognize problems like that and work against them (think about N*zi propaganda and you'll know exactly what I'm talking about...)
So, is it the _fault_ of individual US Americans that they have this black-and-white, us-versus-them, "we're the good guys"... mindset? No. Is it their responsibility to fact-check and find out just how terrible and harmful - and in part just wrong - that mindset is? Yes, I'd say they are.
@@Arltratlo to play the devil's advocate, can you name more than 10 states and place them on the map. Also this is not just Americans, that's Australians too, the reason is not because they are ignorant (necessarily) but because they are cut in a bubble in a way.
Then again to be fair Australians also can easily name most countries in South East Asia, Americans can't name half of central America nor point on the map most of Latin America.
@TheFanDubFan I would hardly call it "left vs right". The Democrats would be regarded even more right-wing than the Tories in the UK, or CDU in Germany. Mention in CZcams about HealthService and you'll be named by many as being a so-called "Libtard". For them, this is regarded as the first step towards communism. (and don't try to have a conversation about the 2nd Amendment, it's a waste of time). Of course you can't blame them for being born there, but many don't seem to be able , or willing, to look beyond the horizon. This has much to do with the education they have.They are indoctrinated without even knowing it.
I've been there several times, have American friends who have visited Europe and have realized they are not the centre of the world.
No one should apologize for who they are. Americans are accused of living in a bubble but you don’t understand the vastness of the country. It’s great that you were able to visit many countries outside USA but USA also has many subcultures within it and other beautiful characteristics.
The main line that I feel in video and in the comments, that people frustrated from being viewed not like humans. For people it always sad to have been attitude in this way.
Vastness of the country doesn't affect it still using the worst of what could still be called democratic voting methods First Past The Post. Which is directly the main culprit of two party system, political polarization and so on. More than any culture and political party specific issue. Vastness doesn't matter to lack of universal healthcare (and no big country, lots of people isn't argument. Resources scale with population. Yeah there is more people to treat and cover, but there is also more people and wealth to do the treating and covering). I don't have to concern with the vastness of USA to know it still hasn't fully abolishes slavery and hasn't abolishes death penalty at all. So on and so on. These are concrete problems, concrete matters.
Now whether American is in a bubble is individual thing. Which is one thing people can be blamed for in Europe. Making the American they meet carrier for the sins of the country out of hand. Heck not surprising some of the harshest, non-bubble critics of USA are Americans, not surprising, they have large motivation for it. If there weren't any aware critics things like National Popular Vote Interstate Compact wouldn't exist. It being clear attempt to fix said First Past The Post and Electoral college problems.
However there absolutely is Americans who are fair game for the "you are in bubble and ignorant". These are the "USA Number 1, USA is greatest country on Earth" people. Who do exist. It isn't all Americans, but they are real group. Come to talk to me with "USA is the Greatest".... I will absolute make that person carry the sins of the country, since they just themselves first made themselves champion of their country with such massive extraordinary claim. I will ask how still partially having slavery be legal makes them greatest country on Earth and so on with various troubles of the country. Since you just claimed to me it is the greatest and well I think I have some refuting evidence.
As a European, I really adore how Americans are positive and not afraid to do something. At least, that was my impression when I was in the US. Also, you can easily meet and chat with Americans. Very open and friendly.
That's nice to hear :)
A European comment that doesn’t shit talk America? impossible!
As an American you are a W
You’re the first comment I came across that actually is someone who visited the US and didn’t say anything belittling us, thank you.
Because Americans are sneaky and deceptive. They're only open and friendly because they always have an angle.
But here's my question to you... Europeans love our fashion are movies are music they want us to protect them when it comes to war so if we have such a huge impact on your life how can you hate us
This video really got me thinking about why, as an Australian, I don't have the most positive view of America. I think it's because I so rarely see good news about things going on there in the news. It's almost always bad news, which is what contributes to the bad image of America, in my mind. It's really a shame that everyone is grouped into one opinion when everyone is an individual and is completely different.
Just like most other countries in the world, day to day life here is mostly uneventful if not totally boring. I can think of only one time I’ve seen a gun in public carried by someone who wasn’t a uniformed police officer. I’ve never been a victim of any kind of crime in the 27 years of my life either. The 24 hr news cycle and social media have painted the US as some sort of war zone. And while there is more violent crime here than in other developed countries, as long as you aren’t in a gang and avoid bad neighborhoods, your chances of being a victim of violent crime are extremely low. As for our circus politics, every country has at some point gone through social and political turmoil. Hopefully this is just an unstable period that will pass sooner rather than later.
What kind of bad news do you see most?
That's a really good point. I stopped watching televised major news outlets here in America because they are funded by political parties and tend to focus on negative events and/or topics that people cannot agree on. By doing this, it makes the nation seem more polarized than it is. The time allotted to positive segments is very limited and finding unbiased news is difficult. There are independent journals, but those aren't often followed by people living outside the country.
@jemimafreeman Australians only really like Australians. They are in no position to pass judgement about the worst traits of Americans as they have most of them with the exception of the blind belief to have the right to possess guns and their stance on abortion. Australians idolise the British and treat Europeans with utter contempt. There are even TV series like "SuperWog". Not kidding. Unfortunately, I made the worst decision of my life believing the hype about Australia, moved over here, bought a house and brought up my kids here. I simply can't forgive myself. My children have tried all this time to avoid learning to speak Italian because of the strong prejudice that exists against my country fellows. Look up "the Olive Menace" to read more about the depths of disdain Australian feel towards Italians, or maybe you don't need to. Because you are one of those people who subscribe to that mentality. Go on, do prove me wrong.
@@Maha_s1999 i always heard Australians liked the US and Americans in general. I'm speaking pre trump presidency of course.
I’m surprised nobody talked about ecology there. When I went to America that’s what shocked me the most. They didn’t recycle, used their huge cars to do 200m, used AC so much and so high. They seemed to not care at all, and this was very concerning for me since it is one of the biggest countries…
I know. Its great. BTW, China and India are the biggest polluters. And I am not giving up my car, thank you. Nor am I living a Third World existence because the temperature might go up a degree or two in the next hundred years. Please. This is so overblown.
As a European, let me tell you that Europeans will like Americans very quickly when Russia knocks from the East front. They forgot without America, WWII could've turned out differently. So they better behave accordingly. However, having said all that, we do think Americans eat too unhealthy and have dumb gun control measures.
@@xPhantomxify Thank you. Yes, the bear is moving out of his cave and starting on the hunt. Europe still needs the US. Now, respectfully, as to our "dumb" gun control measures, the reason for us having so much "gun violence" is due to racial/demographic issues in our population. I am sick and tired of us being compared to Europe when it comes to crime and violence. Our demographics are more similar to Brazil than to say France or Germany. And we have far less homicide per capita than Brazil. I think that is all I can say, without offending the PC police. Thank you again for your comment. Peace.
Its because a lot of the things to "help the enviroment" end up being scams. Recycling ends up dumped in the ocean but government connected business made out like bandits on the infrastructure for it . Obama scammed mountains of money for his campaign donators for "green energy" business that ate it all and declared bankrupcy and our media has a rolling timeline of "In 10 years you will all be DEAD from Global warming" going since the 1970s. Nobody trusts it and anything meaningful gets lost in the crowd . That and none of these people give a damn that most of the worlds enviromental problems are coming out of Southeast Asia but we need to be taxed over grocery bags and straws "for our own good"
A lot of Americans are indoctrinated into believing eco-conscious = "communism". Yeah, they are very poorly educated and easily manipulated.
I studied abroad in Italy. Don’t look down on yourself for being American because that’s what they want you to do.
They aren’t perfect themselves either
Nobody is. We are all human.
As a Canadian, we have always been told to wear a Canadian flag pin on our clothes when travelling abroad because we will be treated so much better. If we speak English or look foreign, they might assume we are American and we won't get as warm a reception. We have been told this FOR DECADES. It was always this way- not just recently. I travelled to Europe in the '70's and was told this. I agree with others who have commented when they say that America is very ego-centric and doesn't go beyond it's own borders in terms of thinking. Part of their intolerance and even ignorance is due to a school system which focusses on teaching to the standardized test instead of teaching critical thinking skills. That said, there are many lovely Americans and I don't want to lump everyone together. I guess it is just the ignorant ones who get attention and end up spoiling it for the better Americans.
This is just complete bullshit.
Thanks for the tip. I'll be wearing a Canadian pin from now on, lol.
@@sharcon3891But it’s nearly always easy to tell an American from a Canadian.
They walk differently. They speak differently. It’s either immediacy obvious, but if not, there are easy clues to find out.
It's also often taught how great America is, while it's dark past and general wrongdoings are hardly mentioned, if at all.
And despite this they still learn almost nothing about the history of other countries, even resulting in some cases of Americans thinking there is no history outside of America after the declaration of independence.
I'm from England, but I lived in New England, USA for a while. My perception of Americans and American culture in general is that:
- Everyone works super hard (far too hard for what they earn, in my opinion)
- 99.9% of Americans are warm, friendly and funny.
- American's are a bit louder and demand more attention in a social setting
- They don't necessarily have the time or take the time to enjoy the simple things in life (terrible work/life balance)
- There is a lot of materialism and impulsiveness, as well as a very competitive nature to the average American I met
- They were very interested and sometimes fascinated in my Englishness but all bar none had huge misconceptions/stereotypes about what England was like (I must live in or close to London, I drink tea and only tea, I have met the Queen, I was rich and stuck-up, etc). People also found it really weird that our Police in the UK do not carry guns.
- There seemed to be an even bigger class and rich/poor divide than in the UK even, as well as more racism, homophobia and general bigotry.
- They have a can-do attitude and strong work ethic despite the lack of support networks/government support/accessible healthcare available to the people.
- There is a lack of holidays and free time/family time and most people live on convenience foods and products and have quite unhealthy lifestyles.
Of course, take these observations with a pinch of salt - they by no means describe everyone I met, but these were the most notable general differences I can remember.
Pioneer spirit. Glad you picked up on that. The U.S. is definitely the most "CAN DO" country in the world. I wonder if you realize that you display some aspects of Brit socialism that really only came into being after WWII? The "louder" comment fascinates me, and I believe you are correct, but don't fully understand it yet. Aren't Brits "loud" after they've been in a pub for a few hours? I met one older Brit friend and colleague overseas -- an expat in Asia -- who was a fanatic about this loudness thing and it actually got him into trouble with the music-playing locals who kicked HIM out of the apartment building!
You are spot on here. As an American, I have been to England and noticed that of course not everyone is rich and stuck up or drinks only tea. Most Americans are hard working, but many of them are uneducated, and by "uneducated" I mean lacking in critical thinking skills. Many people go to college here and earn a degree, but still can stay locked into the same political and social culture wars that have been ruining my country.
It's not that most Americans aren't great people, it's that most American's don't have great minds. They are too obsessed with celebrities and politicians, instead of their own history. Which is why we keep repeating it.
I loved England, and plan to go back to visit.
You're not wrong at all mate. Pretty accurate on all fronts.
This is the truth, thank you for this post. 🙏🏻
i love america bc its the only place that will let me have the guns i want
Damn it. This hit hard. I’m a 37 year old American from NJ. I moved to Japan in 2015 and my whole life changed there. I met my wife, got married, and had a child. Living there for 6 years completely opened up my eyes to how other people are living their lives. I had no idea how much easier and more enjoyable life was outside the US. A lot of it had to do with the great healthcare system, and amazing public transportation. These things most people don’t have in the US. In the Fall of 2021 I moved back to the US and it’s been a real struggle for me. The amount of money I make is almost similar but the cost of living was way cheaper plus they have a good social safety net. Also the lifestyle is way healthier in Japan. I had horrible reverse culture shock and still am thinking about moving back to Japan.
do it!
I lived in Osaka for a few years. When I moved back to Los Angeles, I was traumatized for awhile lol
Half of Americans would still drive their trucks if they had excellent public transportation at their disposal - because that's not what individual freedom is about, what American exceptionalism means, right? And THAT mixture of ignorance, arrogance, and intentional wastefulness is what us Europeans despise about Americans.
Also, don't move back to Japan. Highly dysfunctional society, not a healthy place to live long-term.
Great healthcare in Japan?
You are a liar.
America seems like it's just a constant hustle, whereas elsewhere life is a bit easier!
Lithuanian here. I've been to many places in europe. Met a lot of american tourists. Super nice people.
Thank you, as an American who had a beautiful time in your country, Lithuania. Some Lithuanians, when finding out where I live here in the USA, got so excited to talk about basketball (university even), as that’s very big here. I hope to visit again soon!
That was very civil and nice of you ❤
I find the same when I’m in Europe as an Australian.
I’ve had Europeans be rude to me and they will always ask “where in America you from” and I will say “sorry I’m actually from Australia, I’m from Melbourne” - and just the complete attitude shift.
They will become friendly and apologise for thinking I was American. I would dismiss it if it was once or twice, but it kept happening as I met people.
Even in Australia we have a negative view of Americans cause we feel a lot of their issues, especially social issues dominate us too much. Kinda sick of hearing about it; and the internet and social media causes it.
Well....we love you guys. Your accent is a superpower over here.
Melbourne yucky🤢
Ew that's nasty behavior tbh. Im from new york so I know I'd hate if someone treated me like that and it just makes people wanna distant themselves from folks with negative behaviors. I've heard it happens to Canadians too. They assume they're American but once they say that they're not, it's all smiles and jokes lol. And Europeans say that we're the ignorant ones 🤦♂️
@@dangercat9188 They have a lot of flaws in their culture and political situation like the European union stripping every membering country's sovereignty (and pushing nefarious agendas), but if they hate the US so much, they could at least do their job (since they are so good at geography) and tell American states apart. And stop thinking Americans support everything that happens at the white house (most of them actually don't like what is decided there) whether nationally or internationally.
As an American, I think European bigotry against us is rampant. It's unfair, but I don't think Europeans are self-aware in their assumptions toward Americans.
I absolutely resonated with the point about extremes, that Americans are either super poor or super rich, etc. I'm from the US and when I studied abroad in Paris, that was the first time I truly experienced the beautiful mundane. Tons of people who are right in the middle living fulfilling lives and enjoying themselves without a need for an excess of anything. Whenever I tell my mom I'd like to move to Europe or specifically France, she always says that you can't make much money there, that the salaries in the US are unbeatable. But in France, I experienced not needing much money to be happy, not needing to chase upward career mobility for the sake of compensation because you're never actually living in fear of needing healthcare or a retirement savings. Train tickets to neighboring countries are under $100, good food is inexpensive and highly valued, working extremely hard is looked down upon. In Paris, I could actually just focus on the present moment because it was beautiful whereas in the US I constantly live in fear of the future.
well said...
Ok but Paris is a shithole
So interesting, i'm french and i born there . I never thought about how the young generation can feel itself in America about fear of lack of money specially for healthcare . We are so lucky, if we don't have money we can do all studies for free, we have grants for renting apartments , specially when you are a student , free healthcare etc Thank's for putting our feet back on the ground
And Paris is not a cheap city compared to other cities in Europe. Come to Spain and you'll be surprised on how cheap good food can be. Or things like internet, train, etc...
I find the good salaries thing ironic as Americans don't get paid well at all overall people are overworked and underpaid maybe some places are cheap to live that you don't notice it but even that going away but I think it's because Americans don't form unions or see if their employer are taking advantage of them instead they think their not working and enough
I agree with most things but there's something to be said about European smugness too. We Europeans tend to be quick to judge but we have our issues too which we're happy to forget.
Dont American taxpayers pay for Europeans defense in NATO??
@@logician3641No. They pay to subsidize the US military industry.
@@finestPlugins Trump said they werent paying their faire share..They got mad at him...
@@logician3641 But then Trump really doesn't understand how the world works either. It was never about paying a fair share but about increasing national defense spending to a certain target. Which was already planned for anyhow (you also need something to spend the money on after all).
@@finestPlugins I think Trump knew that. 'Paying their fair' share was just a euphomism to illustrate the point.
What I am trying to say, is that if Europeans en mass feal so strongly about the US being made up of incompetant, fat, over-hyped, stupid fools, then why continue to rely on them for defense? It would seem that continuing to do so would demonstrate the European's lack of intelligence and forsight.
I love this interrogation, this way of hearing who & where we are as other cultures perceive us. You are diplomatic & that’s an asset. You are able to know & humble (not kowtowing) meaning respectful by allowing those of whom you are inquiring to feel free to tell the Truth. To me, you are able to do this. I think it is wonderful that you have lived in other cultures. Add too, your ability to speak French (which I am unable to do) is impressive. You are not the “Ugly American.” To me a sign of humility is the willingness to give increased Awareness because you are willing to know.
I think that another reason why America is seen negatively around the world is that it is a country that we are all intimately familiar with-or, at least, that we think we are. As an Argentine who moved to the U.S. three years ago for college, I'd say that most people have no opinion of Argentina either way. When I say I'm from Argentina, they'll maybe associate the country with a famous figure (like the Pope, Eva Perón, etc.) or with football (soccer). And that's okay. I mean, Argentina isn't all over the news all the time and we don't produce movies and shows that make up >90% of what most of the world consumes. But the U.S. does do that. So, we all know quite a bit about American culture, its problems, and so on, at least insofar as it is portrayed accurately. In the end, you simply cannot criticize something you don't know. Argentina, like all places in the world, has its good things and its bad things, and so does the US, but, if our issues aren't publicized all the time in the news and social media, they simply won't affect the way people elsewhere view our country. All in all, yes, there are things wrong with the US, many of which were named in the video, but as someone who's been living here for a while I can also say that there are a lot of great things.
Your point is probably the most valid. The thing is that usa imposed their subculture made of individualism, consumism and capitalism, to the rest of the world, from hollywood movies and netflix, to mcdonalds and cocacola, to military bases with nukes if you are lucky and getting invaded or politically manipulated or bombed with nukes if not so lucky.
Usa imposed their fat, violent presence to others, imposing even this damm english language.
The rest of the world didnt make the decision to be invaded culturally and military. Thats why we all judge usa and not argentina
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@@BettyDrum this is it
The US is far from blameless but I think if you took the time to actually learn a little more history you might be surprised how little your fantasy resembles reality.
I agree and I would add that the fact that all the world is familiar with American culture, but Americans are not familiar with any other culture makes American perceive their culture as the only one possible. That is very upsetting to me.
I must say, as an Australian traveller I've considered wearing a t-shirt that says "Not American" because when people find out we're Australian they often say, "Oh, you're not American" and suddenly become a lot nicer. America has a really bad rep at the moment and its probably not fair to the average person, especially the Americans who actually travel overseas.
Why the bad rep? I am an American. I am starting to hear that the Trans agenda is really being pushed and in let's say conservative areas like Afghanistan it's not going well. Also, Japan and other parts of Africa and the Middle East are not comfortable with the trans movement.
People are nice in the USA until we talk about politics. Then people take a cultish stance and show their ignorance blatantly. It’s a problem when you live here and see all the inequality there is.
@@mariog7213
What has happened is the progressive movement has politicized everything and now those on the right are doing the same thing in response. As far as inequalities you will always have them. Often it's because of personal choices. I have noticed that people with financial stress often smoke, drink, use drugs or generally lazy and feel they are owed by society. Those vices are expensive and take time away from more productive endeavors. This idea of equality was covered in the short story Harrison Bergeron. I think Jesus said the poor will always be with you. Benjamin Franklin stated he noticed the more programs for the poor the more poor you have.
Here is an economic thought I have had. If you get rid of government food assistance for the poor what would happen to the price of food? It should go down.
Yup, most Americans who travel overseas (not the usual Mexico or party destinations) has a wider worldview.
One thing I noticed in Cancun is Canadians go out of their way to let people know they’re not Americans. From having the maple leaf in hats and shirts to shuttles catering to them.
First of all, I'd like to praise you for your honesty. I spent three weeks in the US as a tourist. I visited Manhattan, Washington D.C. and stayed in Williamsburg and McGaheysville in Virginia. I criss-crossed this state by car. And I should say it was awsome. People were kind, wanted to be helpful. And whenever I said I was from Brasil, they always had a smile and said very nice things. Three years later, I went to Europe, more specifically, Rome, London, Stirling and Paris. I'm a fluent English speaker and my accent is American. I perfected my pronunciation to the point that it is hard to spot my origins. So, in London and Paris, I felt some negativity towards me from younger people whenever I spoke, specially in London. In Paris, something funny happened: we've just arrived and were tired and hungry. So we just wanted to get some fast food and take it to the hotel. I asked a beautiful French girl where I could get it and firstly, she asked me where I was from. After telling her I was Brazilian, she said: "Oh, it's ok then!". This was in 2015, when Obama was the president. Imagine if it were two years later. Since then, I've been thinking to sound a bit more mid-Atlantic-ish. I loved my trip to Europe by the way.
Your brain seems to be f****d up.
Thank you for sharing your experience, I think there are good people and bad people everywhere, regardless of where we are from!
Lived in the US for 6mnths, Seattle Washington, Sacramento, changed my mind re working there, racism palpable, won't go back unless I have to, instead worked in London for 5yrs loved every minute of it.
@@marionpetersen832 As a Native American (Choctaw) who’s been around Western Europe (studied in Germany, traveled to France, Italy, the UK, Belgium, and the Netherlands), you’re experience was the direct opposite of mine.
I found Europeans to me much more racist. I would get stared at and some restaurants refused to serve me. Also, walking down the street in Germany, when they saw my Korean girlfriend they would pull back their eyelids and say “Ching Chong”. People told my Romani friend that he wasn’t really French even though he was born and raised there.
Everyone thinks the US is more racist because we talk about it more. You’ll see it on the news and social media because we see it as deeply problematic. If you’re racist in the US, you’d probably get the crap kicked out of you (and rightfully so). The only true racists you’ll ever see are older, rural people who most of us don’t like either. That’s why I was shocked to see such a degree of racism in large European cities
In fact, our racism was invented by European powers centuries before the US became an independent country. 90% of my own people were wiped out by 1690. The persecution we faced under the American government is merely a continuation of centuries of European sponsored oppression and genocide.
@@RobertJeffreyHill your last point is so important! It’s hard to understand why many people in European countries say that they are not racist or racism is an American issue. We talk about often so of course it’s a huge issue here. In many countries they don’t even begin to talk about the various levels of racism that exist in Europe. Modern racism stems from much of the rhetoric pushed by Europe throughout the entire age of exploration all the way to today’s globalization. Additionally, like you and your girlfriend, many non-white Europeans have experienced overt racism in both comments and treatment while in Europe
I am an American who has traveled extensively and lived abroad for several years.Europeans, understandably, have no real concept of the size of the US.They can't possibly know how Americans are, except for maybe a handful here or there. And, just like in the US, the media is often the source of their "knowledge". It comes across as extremely myopic, unintelligent and envious. A video like this does nothing to help people realize we're all the same.
Your comment made me laugh, you attempt to defend your country by encompassing the stereotypical American, Condescending, conceited and oblivious to the people in the world around them! A comment like this does nothing to help your point!
It’s good to discuss this openly… I’m a US-born American living near New Orleans and have lived also in NYC, Florence IT, San Francisco, Palm Beach & did some traveling from England down through Europe into Sicily in the 90s. On the whole, I love my home country (a place where individualism is revered), but also find it perplexing, frustrating, and excessive in its consumption of everything from stuff to media to hype etc. It often feels out of balance and immature. Your interviews and the comments here all make valid points from various perspectives. It seems to me that America is a teenager going through tremendous growing pains which we witness in the violence, self-aggrandizing, broken healthcare and educational systems, and on and on. I can only say to those outside this country that the majority of us here see this and want to change it but as of yet feel powerless to do so. Our elected politicians - especially the most powerful ones - make more divisions and things don’t get resolved. Large corporate interests hold far too much power instead, and I’ll bet this isn’t only an American issue. Either way, I think as a nation we are at a very important crossroads whose discordant peak may last (at least) several more years.
Im From Portugal, every country has Downs and ups, good and bads. I visited your Country a few years ago and absolutly loved it, i even had friends in Miami andi wanted to to move there...We can tell it´s not an Old Country with old Culture but...was one of my best experiences of all time, and i was living in London at the time.
Cherith R, there is a National Geography documentary portraityng how damaging can be to young elephants the absence of full grown and mature parents or related individuals of the same species. Basically someone did transfer a couple of young elephants to a distant location without adult elephants. As they grew up by themselves the young elephants used to do a lot of weird things including attack and killing people.
Migration was key to create and develop america. Most of people who migrated to america back on time were young and imature young people, with no so high moral, social, cultural i mean human standards of living and almost no full grown mature adults to guide them.
Since then until today americans are still finding their way, half america are good people fighting the another half wich are bullies. As always happens the bullies have been sucessefull and are rulling the america and most of the world.
Please non ofenses and don't take it personally. I am from the other side of the world trying for decades now to understand american behavior.
Peace and love
"On the whole, I love my home country (a place where individualism is revered),"
It's, to me, quite revealing that you say that in a tone that makes it sound like an indisputable quality, when, again in my view, many of the problems of your country seem to stem from precisely that.
Individuality is something to be respected, even nurtured, but only to the point where it serves to build a richer, more diverse society, where everyone can live up to his/hers potential, not to make it a place where sociopaths seem to strive.
@@luisrodrigues4698 How exactly are sociopaths striving in America?
@@dvaIentin he means Trump
I've lived in the US my whole life I think our country has definitely deteriorated over the years. I think both politics and social media has played a big role in it as well. When I was a kid I would've never thought we'd be where we are now. My view of this country has changed a lot since then, and sadly not for the better. I hope it gets better down the road but Im not gonna hold my breath with how fucking nuts things have been lately.
I grew-up on the Jersey Shore for first 20 great years of experience of living in the Tri State AO of NJ, NYC, Philly. I spent the next 1.5 years going from Alabama, Georgia and Florida. Ft McClellan, Ft Benning and spent one month in South Dade County patrolling Highway 1 from South Miami to Homestead AFB. My unit out of Georgia and another close 30,000 troops were there for the Hurricane Andrew Relief Effort of 92'. Since the 3rd of June 93' I've been living in Central Europe. My German Frau and I raised together 3 beautiful children. Germany has it's problems just like any other place across the globe. I my blood stills run red white and blue of the Jersey Shore, but from me of what had happened for the past 30 years is mind blowing. The wars and war and more wars. I stood at top of the WTC 98' with my German family. 2 years after the BS, my oldest son and I stood at Ground Zero. The infrastructure from the NJ NYC Philly to Virginia where I visited my younger brother started to change between 03'-07'. This is only from my prospected. Schöne Grüße aus Bayern. If you ever get a chance to visit other parts of the country or to visit to outside world from the States, do it! Always have a open mind, nobody's perfect. Stay safe, Prost!
BS ! Ever since the day the first European illegal settlers landed at Plymouth Rock, Americans have always been evil, racist stupid, genocidal and greedy. Today they're just or morbidly obese Europeans
@@SH-gr6pg I've visited a few states, but I would really love to visit other places. I will one of these days! And same to you!
Blaming both parties equally or politics generically is not helpful. One party is the party of the crazies, the party of the bigots, the party of Trump, and the other party is trying to fight them.
@SH-gr6pg Good luck to you and your family, and well done for having the sense and foresight to leave the USA. I too, vividly remember the experience of standing on the top viewing deck of the world trade centre in 1991 as an Australian tourist. I travelled through a lot of America and Canada for the first time - and probably last time unfortunately. It so saddens me that a country with so much potential is in such a horrible state of corporate, political and social decline due to unresolved racist, civil and religious traumas and corporate corruption and greed that has decimated the institutions built to uphold the tenets of liberty and justice. Very sad.
As a Brit who emigrated to Germany many decades ago, I have certainly witnessed a huge shift in the general attitude here towards the USA. The one time mentor/hero/role model /American Dream etc. has ceased to exist for most people. I think a lot has to do with Germany having a strong economic position itself and being a leader in sustainability/evironmental protection among other things.There is no dislike; American behaviour. Is often puzzling and bewildering to people in Germany.
Here’s the thing… ignorance is what creates those feelings. It’s not like Germany is much better off. It really isn’t. I live in the US and Europe and there are certainly differences, but one isn’t better than the other. What’s causing this is ignorance.
Why does everyone in the world hate White South Africans?
It's because America is being controlled by corporate media. So, major media outlets like Fox or CNN bank on creating chaos.... panic. I remember following a story about a man who defended his home and family from a person who was breaking into their house. I am also a supporter of our Second Amendment... so the robber was shot. Major media outlets attempted to turn it into a racial crime, which wasn't true due to video evidence. I also believe the family filed a lawsuit for defamation. Anyways, the point I'm trying to make is that they really do control what they want us to see.
In terms of the American dream... it's still alive here. I'm one of millions of Americans trying their best to live an honest, working life. I am a firm believer in this passage from the Declaration of Independence "Life, Liberty, and the pursuit of happiness." Unfortunately a lot of our politicians that align with our current president are trying to take that simple right away. Raising inflation, taxes, and trying to limit my basic rights as an American citizen. It just stinks right now and truthfully we were better under Trump (I didn't vote for him or Biden in our last presidential election). Our economy was rock solid and we REALLY need that right now. Hate crimes towards white Americans are at an all time high as well.... (I have been called a colonizer although my great-grandparents immigrated from Poland).
I admit that I am a Texan, born and raised, and I'm proud to be an American even known we lost our way a bit. If anyone is reading this from Europe, I do urge ya'll to come to Texas. We will welcome y'all with open arms and Texan hospitality.
• European people
You’re on an American made website (CZcams), you use American made social media, American made internet and you’re probably using an American made phone (Apple) unless you’re using a laptop or personal computer which was also American made.
Your country listens to American music, follows American trends, culture and celebrities, copies how Americans dress and American slang, American abbreviations like “Lol” “Lmao” “omw” and you wear American made clothes, always copying American style The highlight of non American youths (probably whole life) is when Americans artists, American concerts and festivals come to perform in other countries. I know you hate to admit it but the world knows how much America has carried humanity.
IN ONLY 244 YEARS AMERICANS HAVE ACCOMPLISHED.
1.) became our planets world power.
2.) landed on the moon and lead humanity in space travel science and technological advances.
3.) Americans invented.
• Inventions by Country 2023
The United States
The U.S. is the hub of all innovative inventions. Most new technology was invented in America -- from personal computers, lasers, mobile phones, video games, photocopiers, and even the internet.
Other inventions from the U.S. include hearing aid, micro-ovens, steamboats, submarines, refrigerators, telegraphs, dishwashers, vacuum cleaners, cash registers, electric cookers, electronic TV, credit cards, air conditioners, and much more.
Source: worldpopulationreview
• Here is an overview of inventions by country for the top ten most inventive countries in the world as of 2022, focusing on inventions that have been fundamental in shaping modern society.
1. The United States
2. Japan
3. South Korea
4. Germany
5. Taiwan
6. China
7. France
8. United Kingdom
9. Canada
10. India
Source: worldpopulationreview
• Nobel Prizes by Country 2023
First issued in 1901, the Nobel Prize is one of the highest honors a person can receive in their lifetime. The Nobel Prize was founded by Swedish engineer, inventor, and chemist Alfred Nobel, whose will established the Nobel Foundation and directed that the prizes be awarded annually "to those who, during the preceding year, have conferred the greatest benefit to humankind." Nobel further instructed that "no consideration be given to nationality, but that the prize be awarded to the worthiest person, whether or not they are Scandinavian."
Nobel Prizes are awarded in five areas: peace, literature, physics, chemistry, and physiology or medicine. In 1969, an additional prize, titled the "Sveriges Riksbank Prize in Economic Sciences in Memory of Alfred Nobel" (SRPESMAN), was established by Sweden's central bank and has been incorporated into the Nobels as well.
Here are the 10 countries with the most Nobel Prize winners:
1. United States - 400
2. United Kingdom - 137
3. Germany - 111
4. France - 71
5. Russia - 32
6. Sweden - 32
7. Japan - 29
8. Canada - 28
9. Switzerland - 27
10. Netherlands - 22
Source: worldpopulationreview
• Countries With The Best Education System In The World 2023: Top 17
1. United States
2. United Kingdom
3. Canada
4. Germany
5. Switzerland
6. Sweden
7. The Netherlands
8. Finland
9. Australia
10. Denmark
11. France
12. China
12. Estonia
13. Hungary
14. Japan
15. Israel
16. Slovenia
17. South Korea:
Source: bscholarly
• We built America from the ground up and accomplished all of this in only 244 years.
We took the world out of the dark ages and we are literally the reason humanity is so modern. Every other country in the world hasn’t accomplished shit there’s no comparison when it comes to America and the world knows that, that’s why they wish they could live with us.
I don’t know why European people feel the need to impress us Americans or try and prove themselves to us or try so hard to make themselves noticed by us Americans or try to make themselves feel better by trying to downplay humanities greatest nation… Americans are obviously elite in everything that we do. You guys don’t realize how embarrassing you are to Americans. Americans laugh when little European people try and call americans stupid knowing americans literally are the reason why the world has advanced. Now imagine life before America existed?
You’re welcome.
Americans carry humanity so how you gonna hate from outside of the club? YOU CANT EVEN GET IN 😂 🇺🇸
I’m just glad my ancestors moved to “the new world” and I’m not still stuck in Europe because I can’t blame you guys. I’d be mad and probably hate on Americans too knowing I got left behind and could’ve been born in America instead. 😭😂
I know you hate to hear it but we all know Europe youth secretly wishes they lived in America so they could go to Travis Scott shows and experience “the American dream…” like the rest of the world does.
So yeah Europeans, you definitely do copy us lol, like the rest of the world does, it’s funny you all “hate” Americans until you meet one then you’re all asking us all about America and what it’s like to live here complimenting us non stop lol.
(by the way that was so wild that some of you say Americans copy the Europe? copy WHAT exactly? Gross haha gross haha never! 🤮 You guys are like a lame weird boring wannabe version of us. Americans been trendsetters but you already knew that lol.
• We also think of those corny ass wannabe gangsters you guys have in the Europe who TRY to copy American rap and throw up American gang signs. 😂
Like boy sit yo crumpet eating, king and queen having, European accent having ass down you ain’t no blood 🩸there’s nothing funnier than seeing videos of European wannabes with European accents throwing up American gang signs trying to act like he’s from LA and even wearing Lakers jerseys lol see? Even your lame ass rappers and wannabe gangsters straight up copy us too.
Corny asses I wish you could see yourselves through our eyes. 😭🤣 You probably live in the EU with crooked teeth in your moms basement, cope harder, the U.S. is one of the most technologically innovative countries, if not the most, the EU have been irrelevant for over a century. Good for you, you all are irrelevant with crooked teeth, I promise you we don’t like you guys either, as well as many other parts of the world, very snobby arrogant people with a superiority complex even though you have been irrelevant since W.W.2, when one of EU’s countries kinda killed 6 million jews, which the U.S. HELPED LIBERATE!!
@@americaisbetterthantherest9848 well if you felt the need to write all of that about the US being better than EU, its because deep down you know its not better, otherwise why even waste all that time writing that colossal comment that no one is going to read? All that tech and still have 3rd world internet, shitty healthcare system, huge crime rate, complete obsession with work instead of living life, lack of basic rights, huge number of homeless people... like come on, you wrote that text because even having done all that, and having a huge list of accomplishments, you are jealous that the average european has a high quality of life and is happy compared to the average american, thats why you're trying to find reasons to feel superior, meanwhile we don't even have to do or say anything because we just feel pitty for you there, it must suck living in that shit whole 😅
You don’t know everything about a country just because you’ve heard or seen a few things, USA must live in the heads of Europeans it’s so weird! Americans don’t really give af what Europeans are doing for the most part so it’s weird to see people care so much about what our country does when you should worry about your own little country
Oh it's just because the US has such a powerful military, geography knowledge would be good.
"God created war so Americans would learn geography!" Mark Twain Probably didn't work.😢
@@arnodobler1096• Adonis Live exposed Europeans for being way worse at geography than Americans.
I think part of it is just how we are, as europeans. We're very quick on stereotypes.
For the context: I'm french, lived in Scotland, have an English girlfriend, lived in Spain, in Paris, and now in a village from the south of France. I have worked months to year long projects with Germans, Greeks and English.
We ALL have strong opinions on each other. And whether you like it or not, you WILL at some point represent some of the bad things that do belong to your stereotype.
That with the fact that Europeans are, in general, less afraid to be bold about sharing their opinions, might be a strong mix for you.
Now, in terms of opinions on Americans, I think it boils down to big differences in philosophy and politics. Americans and Europeans both value "Freedom", but what "Freedom" mean is vastly different. Freedom can mean "Freedom to own guns" in American whereas in France, living in a country where almost nobody own a gun is quite liberating. There are big differences in "individualistic" vs "social", and also just as well as "how people manage their finances". Do you prefer living in debt, but with more opportunities to invest, or do you prefer to fully buy from your pocket with the security that comes with it, but not much flexibility in your investments.
Gun culture in N America is not derived from a nutty fascination with inanimate objects and a deranged sense of masculine bravado....it was the first culture in western civilization which had the convergent necessity of survival with the primal opportunity to hunt and fish w/o risk of being punished as a poacher...as was the custom in Europe, where the vast majority of land was owned by the nobles and only they were permitted to do so as were their designated huntsman. Same for their woodsman to take wood etc....
Hence, two vastly different cultures based on geography and co-reliance w/nobility vs. individual self reliance.
This is the prime mover between the difference of Europe and USA with regard to firearms. It is underscored by the 2nd Amendment as something that the government can not alter....so that a free people may never again be subjects of any nobility or nobility like system of reliance; on the mood, whims and popular opinions of the moment.
You are so right in so many ways.
Agree. But nowadays I would beg to differ over "buying everything out of your pocket". Most people do get creddit and go into debt (aldo not as much as Americans)
Very good comment, I agree with the attitude to debt, and too much debt is not good for security……that’s one of the worst problems in America, I keep seeing this survey saying 2 thirds of Americans live paycheck to paycheck despite many earning over 100k per year. I prefer trying to buy from pocket and using less debt (it’s safer when there are problems in the economy like there are now)
@@tobygrice6496 I for one, don't understand why do you exppres the amount of money you make per year. Like "I make 100 k a year". In Europe we typically say hiw much we make monthlyy.
Your videos are a breath of fresh air for all of us feeling misplaced in our locations, confused by our feelings, and haunted by our insecurities. Keep up the good work. You're truly appreciated!
@@phillipbanes5484 ..well thats not very US American ... to think for themself...
I am an Australian who visited America a couple of years ago and found most people had a very superficial view of my country. Many knew nothing about Australia and some congratulated me on learning English so quickly.
Some very lovely people in America, and great ignorance too.
Congratulated you on learning English so quickly? I call bullshit on this man, I'm an Aussie who's lived in the US for 4 years and never once in my life had a single American congratulate me on learning English quickly or tell me my English was good. Americans know that Australians speak English as a first language, they grew up watching shit like the Crocodile Hunter, and a lot of them know we were a British prison colony. The fact you say on your one visit you had this happen to you several times sounds like nonsense, sounds like something you're just making up to make Americans look extra ignorant. Also most Aussies also have a very superficial view of America, so it goes both ways.
This made me laugh so hard "congratulated you on learning english" LOL English is the primary language in Australia
Where, exactly, did you go where people told you this?
I'm curious what you expect someone to know about Australia to not be considered as having a 'superficial view' ?
@@thetayz72.
What language they speak to start with.
I am from Spain, and I think that USA is a great country. You save us from nazism, with your best men. I have been three time in USA, and all the people I meet was fantastic!
Spain?? They probably think ur Mexican
@@IzoĘmeh No. All the people knew where is Barcelona. But, how many in Europe knows where is Chicago, or Oregón, or the capital of Nigeria, etc... or better, how many people in Spain knows about , Cabeza de Vaca, Pedro de Alvarado, Gaspar de Portolá, etc...
Mainly the soviet union saved us from nazism. The US contributed, but not more.
@@IzoĘmehno that not true. As an American I know where Spain is. Just because we don’t travel outside America a lot doesn’t mean anything.
Americans I've met are always happy & upbeat with positive attitudes, their friendliness is infectious and makes you like them. I'm sure negative stereotypes are dispelled when people actually meet them.
I live in america and this is definitely true. But they are also not very intelligent, unfortunately. They lack global perspective.
@@etaylor8028 THEY? You have had intellectual discussions on global issues with many millions of Americans? Strange because almost all the Americans I know are quite intelligent, and well versed on global issues. Sure you will meet an intellectually challenged one here and there (we can't ALL be brilliant!) but this is to be found in every country. For example, I have met my share of stupid Europeans. So please don't contribute to my having to lower my opinion of your intellectual prowess--by the fact that you have just spewed out another meaningless stereotype.
Unintelligence and ignorance aren’t the same. How can you say Americans are dumb when our country has produced some of the greatest inventions in the history of humanity? I think Europeans are simply jealous of how accomplished and free the USA is. Anyone (from any class) can become who they want to be, without government interference.
@@etaylor8028 doesn't that huge brush you're sweeping with hurt your back?
@@FoolioBeardy No. As an American, I agree with his comment. The reasons for this, however, are pretty complex.
As an immigrant who's struggling with their identity, this video, especially the end was something that I needed to hear. When I go back "Home" I don't feel welcome because I'm too American for them, but when I come back to the states, I'm treated as an outsider. So I genuinely don't know where home is for me, so both places shaped me to the person I am today, yet I don't feel at home in both places.
You just gotta find your tribe. It's like that for a lot of people. Even those of us native to the U.S.
@@jolietiaIt's not only for Americans many people struggle with this problem not feeling het home in your own country but also not feeling a 100% citizen of your new country.
this is basically the reason I am not a fan of multiculturalism. In my opinion it makes it much harder to grow any national identity and feelings of solidarity. I know that it is primitive to have it just because you grow up as a one of the millions in your country, but I think it is still enough.
As the saying goes 'too white for my black friends' and 'too black for my white friends'
As a Ukrainian-Canadian who moved to Canada at 12 - same.
As an Italian, I totally understand when you talk about "try to compensate" to escape the stereotypes, it's very frustrating sometimes. However, the best thing we can do is just to be ourselves just as you sad, and if someone has a wrong idea about others just for the country of origin, well that's their problem. Intelligent people go above stereotypes and just look for who you really are what you do and think, being of a particular country is not a personality tract 😂
Once an American said me, sorry I don’t speak European 😂😂, I said it’s not a language and she responded, yeah what ever
@@XavierD62 And then everyone clapped.
The Americans are the ones who went to Europe aboard their jeeps to save them from the Nazis, because the cowardly men of Europe let Hitler bring them to their knees... and now the same thing... the Muslims are going to bring them to their knees. knees and those cowards do nothing......COWARDS DON'T KNOW HOW TO FIGHT....LONG LIVE AMERICA
@@AlbertoBalsalmclapped her
@@XavierD62yeah that definitely happened
Enjoyed these videos. I am old school. I have travelled a bit, was station in Germany. Still “America love it or leave it.” God Bless America!
I hope you were able to enjoy your stay in Germany!
Having lived in Spain for a few years, and having traveled pretty substantially throughout many parts of Europe (and now married to a Spanish woman). Here are my TOP TEN thoughts I often hear from our European friends:
1.) Healthcare system: the thought of going into insane debt because your health insurance won't cover care is unimaginable.
2.) Financial Aid. Going to College/University is MUCH, MUCH cheaper in Europe. The thought of taking so much debt on for higher education is also seen as insane.
3.) Childcare. The cost of daycare, etc. is also viewed as insane.
4.) Gun laws. Highly political topic here in the United States. Gun laws are very strict in Europe. Most Europeans see our mass shootings etc. and can't understand how nothing ever changes.
5.) Food: Not surprising, Europeans believe American food is processed garbage. Many of the same products contain different ingredients and additives that are not permitted in the E.U. Also, generally speaking healthy options like fresh fruits and vegetables are far cheaper. The governments provide huge subsidies to farmers make this happen. Also, SERVING SIZES. Europeans are not used to seeing our massive portions.
6.) Tipping: Service Jobs are paid a living wage by their employers. So tipping is not required. Sure, people will often round up a bill or leave a few euro for exceptional service, but workers do not depend on tips like many service jobs in the United States.
7.) Patriotism: Many Europeans see the United States Patriotism as over the top. They laugh when they hear Americans saying we are the best at everything. However, I have also heard the opposite. Many countries in Europe still have strong ethnic, religious, cultural divides. I have also heard some Europeans say they respect American's love and pride for their country. Particularly the way we honor our military.
8.) Holidays/Vacations: I am generalizing here. But most Europeans "Work to live" vs. the "Live to Work" culture in the United States.
9.) Uncultured/Stupid: I think many Europeans think Americans are dumb or know nothing about the world. Or at least that they know more.
10.) Fat: See #5.
11.) Style (Bonus): Europeans, although heavily influenced by American brands, believe most Americans have a poor sense of style. Granted, there also seems to be a split between Southern & Northern Europe when it comes to this as well.
I recognize myself in all of your points. Being italian, i think that most of the people around the world don't have sense of style. I know that's not true, but damn even Italian southerners are too excessive.
Americans also earn more and are taxed less than the majority of Europe. With the rise of tuition and Healthcare costs the last 10-20 years in particular its certainly not working out. However, that context matters. It's just like cars. I understand most people, especially Europeans don't want to live with car dependency, just as a lifestyle choice. Owning a car is essentially required outside the main big city centers. That said, owning and operating a car is often easier and cheaper in the US than most of Europe in like every way.
I am Spanish and I have been living in Germany for 5 years and all points are absolutely true. However, point 5 about the quality of the food (not only taste but if it's healthy or not) also applies to what south Europe thinks about the north of Europe (and I can confirm it is a true stereotype).
@@JuloTFK this is exactly what we think of Germany (Würst, sausages, meat, potato, krauts) and Great Britain (do they have typical food? Fish an chips, maybe).
Obviously kidding, we are tsking food too seriously in Italy.
@@chickenfishhybrid44 the fuel is way cheaper in the US, we have around 1,50 € /l which is about 5,5 $ per gallon.
Nathaniel, as an older US citizen, I can tell you that Europe has had a negative view of the US for decades, certainly from the 60s and 70s, which is when I first lived here. I've also lived in Central America, where the feeling was less strong, as I remember it. I've always had it easier personally since I love languages and on principle never speak English unless I really really don't speak the local language. I am not a polyglot as defined by the internet, but do speak 5 languages. You are probably right that the internet allows a constant view of our "dirty laundry".
Its mainly because, our leaders had brainwashed our people through media. European politicians preferred business with the east, i.e. Russia. Now you realize the disadvantages of it. Mainly the Germans are to blame for the situation. Europe is governed by the EU. The EU is controlled by the Germans in their favour, which is also obvious. Many European media are in communist/ social democratic hands. After the Cold War, politicians turned their backs on the Americans, although we owe them our freedom. Apart from that, Russia has an extremely large influence on European politics, both legal and illegal. Thats why!
@@michalsoldat8548 that's definitely an important piece of the puzzle too. I think only Estern European countries realise how vital America was and is for the European security and prosperity. In the Western Europe, unfortunately, a lot of people took it for granted and it turned out not so well for them in the end.
@@michalsoldat8548 This is absolutely not true. The dislike filler the US has many reasons. One of them how the US is acting as the world police. Invading so many countries and fighting wars all over the world. Apart of that the American influence of especially German culture.
Germany didn’t „prefer business with Russia“ but they believed that this will be a way to improve the relationship with Russia - which unfortunately was a huge error.
I do agree that the German influence in the EU is huge - well money rules.
This constant blaming „the media“ is such a stupid claim mostly coming from right wing people who prefer a media reporting in their favor.
I was thinking the same thing. It’s new to him but it has existed for many years.
@@maxbarko8717you don’t live in the US so you don’t have a true perspective to know how one-sided the media leans. If you only read the news and don’t live here you don’t have the whole picture. Also it depends on where you live in the US.
As an American that loves traveling and is trying to learn other languages and cultures, I see where they are coming from… I also think people generalize America into the big cities like NYC and LA, when America is one of the largest countries in the world with a large diversity of people. For example, I’m from the south east, and the culture there is different that that of the north or west coast. Overall, I think there is a lot to learn from every group of people in the world. Thanks for making this vid 🙏
I totally agree. Most European countries are so small comparatively. I don’t think they quite understand how different people are in the US depending on where you are from. I’m from the Midwest. And each state faces unique issues. Like natural disasters, economic depressions and industry collapse…it’s really had to get everyone on the same page about how to allocate resources.
Some of the things they mentioned hit home…like the recent surge of reproductive laws that feel like huge steps backwards. But others are just so simplistic.
Side point. As a midwesterner, I would never tell someone to their face I thought their countrymen were ignorant, hamburger peddling fatties. It’s just got a “my poop don’t stink,” vibe that seems arrogant. But maybe they qualified their statements and that got lost in the edit.
Yes they do that a lot!!! They will visit NY as their first stop then hop online full of ignorance saying NY isssssss America. Location is EVERYTHING! I’m from the south moved to the North. It was an experience for sure but it was not for me! I RAN back to the country!
This is my biggest problem with a lot of the people that criticize the US. They don't realize that each state is practically a different country with different culture and values. There may be an overarching culture, yes, but the cultures of the states are much more prevalent in people's lives here. As someone who was raised in Massachusetts, my experience living 10 years in Florida has been completely different.
The way I try to explain it is to equate the US to the EU. You wouldn't compare Germany to Italy, even though they share laws under the union, so in that way, you shouldn't compare California to Tennessee.
@@AeridisArt My family is from Massachusetts and I've lived all over the Western hemisphere and I lived there from 1975 to 1988 . Massachusetts and New England are some of the most beautiful places I've been in the world.....
And then there is the other 6 months. So glad I got the heck out lol.
I do think that what that one lady said is true. My main concern is not mass shootings or school shootings or things like that but just how "capitalistic" the country is. I have visited the US about 4 times by now in different areas of the US and every time it felt the same about the things i was looking out for. It felt very much like most places are built for the corporations rather than the citizens. Big, wide roads, immensly huge parking lots, advertisment everywhere, and just .... it just felt like it's loud but not in the way of "Yea too many cars and cities are loud" but just the country itself is very ... extreme and 100% almost nonstop.
The British girl at 10:32 "We're not Europeans... We left the EU" was a very American level of intelligence LOL
The apple didn't fall far from the tree, did it?
The term Europe has 3 different meanings in GB and Ireland: 1. The geographical/historical continent from the Atlantic to Ural, 2. Continental Europe (without GB and Ireland - you can hear people there stating "I am going to Europe" when they are going to continental Europe), 3. The EU.
"on the continent" for mainland Europe existed as a phrase before the EU. We've always differentiated ourselves.
In total agreement with that ....embarassing !
Ahahah 😂👌🏻👌🏻
I used to think negative about Americans until I visited. I learnt that it's a vast, beautiful, amazing country, full of generous, kind and friendly people. None of things had changed in the US that made me think of it negatively, politics, Gun laws, health system, patriotism etc. But those things aren't the whole of the people you meet everyday, they are a minute fraction that if you blink you would miss. I have also learnt that a moral high ground is a shakey platform built on top of a pile of crap.
"I used to think negative about Americans until I visited"...in other words, you believed what you were told, just like all the other Europeans who never found out for themselves. lol.
@@TheSwissChalet shaming someone who's admitted fault is petty. I understand wym assuming things about people you don't know is immature but it's also human nature everyone's bound to do it to some extent. But being open minded enough to not let assumptions overshadow actual experience is admirable
That last sentence isn't exactly true. There's a way to manage pride. And it's good to have pride. Pride in becoming a better human being. Moral high ground is something every single human should strive for in a community. Expectations being automatically met. Having that balance where you don't have to worry who your daughter is dating and whether he is a good man or not. Traditions, my friend you must visit Lebanon and Israel. It's important for balance and happiness in a community.
MeriKKKa is the SCHITHOLE COUNTRY you've heard sooo much about, with SPECIAL THANKS to republicans for the EXTRA SCHITHOLINESS ! MeriKKKa where we ALLOW 60,000+ Americans to DIE Every Year for LACK of healthcare and Medications they CANT Afford and No one cares..... ...MeriKKKa where we have over 80+MILLION with NO HEALTHCARE at all and No One cares.......... MeriKKKa where we have MILLIONS of HOMELESS Nationwide and No One cares... MeriKKKa, where ALL Repubs and the Corporate Dems ( NOT Progressives ) passed an $800+BILLION One YR Military Budget... yet we Average citizens getting Begged calls from VET GRPS ask for DONATIONS to HELP with VET CARE??? ...........WTF is ALL that Gdammed MOney going??? NO ONE Ever asks....Riiiight MSM???!!!!! .....and Again to Top it off , No Money for Child Day Care for working Mothers, No Dental, Eyecare, or Hearing aids for Seniors..... Merikkkka IS the Certified SCHITHOLE .. .with thanks also, to about 40% of Our Nation of Garbage People, Uninformed Morons , Racist, haters, Bigots....who constantly Vote against their own interests.... so glad I dont have kids and more years behind than ahead
@@michaelsotomayor5001 Hahaha. Traditions? Whose traditions are you talking about and what makes you think everyone should follow the one you prefer? And suggesting to visit Lebanon and Israel to find happiness in a community? Ask the Israeli Palestinians if they find happiness there. Ask the women, migrants/refugees and ethnic minorities in Lebanon if they find happiness there 🙄
As a German, I pretty much used to admire Americans during my youth. I always thought of the USA being the country of freedom, great nature and less problems than other countries. However, once I got there myself, my mind has changed a lot. I know that visiting just one city for two weeks doesn't really count as getting to know a whole country, but when I spent my vacation in L.A. I was quite shocked. I imagined L.A. being the city of glamour just the way it was always shown on TV but as soon as I got to downtown I noticed the loads of homeless people there and I'm not even talking about Skid Row. I also encountered a lot of people with mental health issues, especially when travelling by public transit. It just felt like people are generally left alone with their problems as in "survival of the fittest". In some places I didn't really feel safe at all and knowing that people could possibly carry fire arms didn't make me feel any more comfortable.
Don't get me wrong, Germany isn't the best place to live either. We also have some homeless people (though not quite as many), but I generally feel pretty safe wherever I go here and you can basically get (free) help for all kinds of issues.
After all, I still think that Americans are nice people and I love talking to them. I just don't get why so many of them believe that the US are (quote) "the greatest country in the world" while it is clearly not as long as such issues which I described exist.
The whole gun culture is overblown on the internet. Most gun owners are just into it as a hobby or home defense. I’ve never met someone who carried but that’s def a different story in the south. Our government is terrible tho and could help so many homeless people easily.
I feel like the amount of people that believe that isn’t as high as a lot of people think, it’s just a case of a vocal minority that makes it seem like a lot of people. We get that our country isn’t perfect, but then again, no country really is.
Who is many everybody I know don't think we're the best country. Idk why y'all keep saying that
I'm trying to learn German , but books and the C.D.'s don't take the place of actually talking to another human being. I'm an older person, so it is a bit harder. I do like the language!
@@jtmassecure4488 Most Republicans think that.
That's a lot of smack talk coming from people whose military security depends on the USA.
It's nice that you fulfill the US stereotype and deal with it openly.
@@arnodobler1096 What's the US stereotype that you're suggesting?
@@Nucl3arSkybe rude and stupid
@@Nucl3arSkyarrogant.
@@BurtLancaster-lf3dg It's true though. The US funded both World Wars. The US sends the most foreign aid out of all of the other countries by far
Having travelled the world extensively since my childhood; I am now in my fifties; this was an excellent analysis of what I have felt as an American abroad and how it has changed over the decades.
I totally agree with you 💯 %
it happens everywhere, not only in Europe...
Without the USA, Europe would fall very quickly. Back then during the first and second World War, and now the war that has been started by Russia, all this shows how weak Europe is. Additionally, Western Europe is destroying its identity, true values.
It is funny, these Dutch people. They do not like Trump. Yeah, better Obama who pressed the reset button with Russia? Better Merkel that made Putin so rich that he invaded Ukraine? By the way, the Dutch also supported the Nordstream pipeline from Russia. And now Eastern Europe faces another challenges because of that.
What more, Trump wants to preserve American identity and wants American people to have safe work in America. Is that bad??
The Netherlands has good and safe location and has connections with European bureaucrats. The Dutch have been free since 1945. Eastern Europe suffered after the second World War because of the decisions made by Western leaders (Soviet occupation of Eastern Europe). Or the Dutch tax system that is not fair towards the rest of the EU.
We must keep things in true perspective.
Do you speak other languages, it is a interesting experience.
Well US is the biggest power in the whole world of course countries and people in those countries will have kind of a strong idea of it, I don't see how it could be any different.
It's almost impossible not to have stereotypes, the smart thing is to change your mind when you meet cool people (like Nate)
I as an european had to chance to travel the US for a month. Being brainwashed with the stereotype, that americans are stupid, we experienced a culture shock. Everyone we met was absolutely kind, friendly and helpful. We had many special encounters which we will never forget like being invited to a BBQ, when locals noticed that we as tourists arrived at the motel at a time where every restaurant was already closed. Overall, we really liked the vibes americans bring in to their day. They always have this upbeat, optimistic and positive spirit.
This is not something you experienc in Europe.
Beside that, the US is a beautiful country, with countless things to offer. The nature is magnificient. You will find everything Mother Nature created in this country. I hiked wild canyons and deserts in the West. I paddled through swamps and swum in Caribbean like waters in the South. In the North we climbed alpine mountains and glaciers and went skiing. And the best thing about the nature is that it is overall easily accessible. State and National parks offer a fantastic infrastructure to explore nature. Furthermore we found america to be a very cultivated society. We were never able to find the stereotype, that Americans behave uncultivated. We actually found it to be the opposite. Every bigger City got a cosmopolitan vibe. You will a vibrant food culture, world famous museums and a ton of interesting venues like concerts, musicals and sport venues. This doesn’t stop outside of these metropolises. Every state or region seems to preserve their generic identity in a kitschy, but beautiful way. Whether it is their architecture, food or music. We loved the small fisher towns along the east coast. Everything seemed to be out of a movie or a novel. There were main streets with cafés and art galleries. We were impressed with the French Colonial Architecture in the south states, especially in Savanna. What a beautiful town! We absolutely fell in love with California. Beginning with the surf towns like SB nestled in their Spanish architecture, ending with Napa Valley with their residents and vine yards.
I will never forget this month. Thank you America.
Conservatives in the U.S. are destroying this country and people's perceptions of it outside the country. I experience this endlessly, over CZcams here.
@@ivanj.conway9919 Funny thing is those same conservatives think it's the Liberals who are destroying our country from within. It's all a matter of perspective, and these days it seems we are forced to ally with one extreme or the other. Centrists seem to be ostracized by both sides.
@@ivanj.conway9919 it’s actually liberals, saying this as an American in a democratic city.
@@ivanj.conway9919 The problem is if you are placing all parties in the world in a chart with conservative and non-conservative parties both American parties are on the conservative side of the spectrum. Many countries in the world are more liberal than the USA. All parties in the USA are conservative in comparison to anywhere else. Another thing is that the US congress is a government lead by the elder people, people that of an age where they are already retired in other countries. Trump was 75 and Biden 79 - many people in the congress are over 80 years old - why?
@@lyriclanguages3780 : I have had nothing but bad experiences dealing with American CONSERVATIVES, thank you, not the other way around. I fully stand by what I've said.
As a New Zealander who has been living in Europe (mostly Sweden, Czech Republic and Portugal) for the past ten years. I have found that because English is my mother tongue, people in Europe tend to be cautious about me. Europeans tend to assume I am American or British (neither of which are particularly popular on the mainland) because they are the largest anglophone countries.
The situation becomes even stranger when they find out I am from New Zealand which has a very good international reputation - they suddenly become very curious and friendly. This is certainly nothing to complain about, but I can't help but feel the totally arbitrary nature of this type of judgement based on nationality.
Let's give an example: Say you (kiwi) are in a group with an American and a British person, arriving at a party filled with Europeans and you don't know anyone. The typical opening question is, where are you from? The American opens and is politely shrugged off, next comes your turn and suddenly their eyes light up and follow up with a million questions about LOTRs, nature, and why the hell you ever left that amazing utopia. The British person never really gets the chance to introduce themselves because the attention is on the kiwi...
This is the flip side of what you are saying, but it is equally as strange and misguided. It is so weird to feel judged because you are an English speaker and then have all of that lifted because they find out you are from an innocent little island nation. Instead of it being a polite fascination, it feels more like a shallow judgement. The best people out there are the ones who don't give a dam where you're from and see you as an individual.
The thing is that this judgement isnt arbitrary at all. There are reasongs for this bad reputation...
Same Goes for us Aussies, as far as I've seen. Most people see us as a point of intrigue without a lot of negative assumptions. The only downside I would say is there is definitely a feeling of Superiority that comes from Europeans over us and I would assume most outside EU countries.
People, in general, are fools. They do not endevor to understand the people they meet, only categorize them.
This is absolutely spot on. I'm British and my fiancé is Kiwi. We travel internationally a lot and this is the exact flow of the conversation every time we meet new people. It irks me because it gets in the way of any genuine connection or conversation. It's the same tropes about NZ, some of which are true, many are not.
It's so prevalent I now just say I'm also from NZ because I know we will end up talking about LOTR and their nature and how much of a utopia it is anyway.
NZ has poverty, can be a racist, parochial, xenophobic place. Is in fact regressive in many ways rather than progressive (only NZ would claim it is progressive for giving women the vote over a hundred years ago - which they often do!) But that is not at all seen by the international community. They're the golden country in terms of global perception.
As a Brit in Europe I have never come across anyone being rude to me at all and I have been coming for over 30 years.Your comments are a sweeping generalisation which has no basis in truth.
Respect gets respect. I just got back from 2 weeks in Spain and people were super cool to me because I was positive and friendly with them. These negative stereotypes are easily overcome by good behavior.
I think a lot of people in Europe don’t realize most Americans don’t have the means to travel to other countries because of how expensive it is just for us to live. So naturally the interest in other countries for a lot of Americans just isn’t there since the chances of them being able to go are practically none existent.
Quite frankly, it is easier for Europeans to be more "world-aware." A big part of that is because traveling to another country that speaks a whole other language for Europeans is the equivalent distance of traveling to another state here in the US.
People in Eastern Europe can often not afford to travel, either. Not everyone on the continent is wealthy
this is such a good point, im so glad someone said this!!
The Europeans struggle with cost of living too, and especially Canadians. It’s just it’s so far away that it’s expensive is all.
@@marzipan__but it's still closer to go to other countries
I like learning about other countries but I will say as an American its extremely expensive for us to travel internationally and a lot of us also have jobs that hardly give us any time off.
EXACTLY! Americans would love to be able to drive 3 hrs and be in another country from all directions. It’s extremely expensive to fly.
Surely you don’t get less than the legal minimum? For example, in the UK our legal minimum is fully paid five weeks annual leave. We take it when we want over the year. My work also adds an additional day for each year worked at the company - So I am up to seven weeks (35 days) paid annual leave a year.
I also have the option to buy an additional week off a year, should I just want extra.
You also are here legally not allowed to use holiday/annual leave for sickness.
Sick leave is separate and my work pays six weeks full paid sickness and and then 56 weeks half pay.
Compassionate leave for funerals is also not included in that as that is also an additional unrestricted time should you have a sick family members or someone passes away.
Then there is one year minimum paid maternity leave and for men paid paternity pay.
Then there is free private medical, which I never use as just use NHS, then loads of other benefits I wont list all.
Also if you are off sick or on maternity leave, you still get you holiday allowance.
If you leave the company before you’ve taken your holiday for the year, you get any days paid in full.
Also we have to legally get paid Pension monthly, so I can chose to pay in monthly or not. Company pays in 5% of monthly pay a month regardless if I pay in or not. But should I also pay in 3% the company will pay in 10% a month.
This then tops up the legal standard pension we all receive on retirement. So you can live comfortably.
@kristin1980uk I live in America. I get 12 paid days off a year. That's it! And I'm on a 3 and a half week vacation in Italy of which I'm only getting paid for 6 days. I had to go to see family that I haven't seen in almost 20 years. One week is not enough just due to jet lag and travel packing and unpacking. I also had to fight hard with my boss to get these vacation.
In America get time off is a nightmare. If you have a boss to answer to in America it's a total fucking joke. America is all about working yourself to death and being shamed when you want time off after years of hard work.
@@tylersmith2849 Very good points. I thought America was rough with work culture, but Japan? Yikes.
@@ThedearsterYou really think that's the case in Europe? So Americans really know nothing about geography.
I’m British, and it was just so depressing to hear the English girl questioning if she was European because we have left the EU! How sad that some of us have become so insular, which I think applies to many Americans also. But it was so refreshing to hear other Europeans expressing their openness to new experiences. Brexit has denied many of our young people of the opportunity to be the same.
British right? Saying you are European is just a way to further categorize. I'm American...I've never thought of myself as North American
@@prairiebhoy9199 mate you’re tapped
It was quite funny… She should have been asked: are you American by any chance? Interesting this knowledge gab between two friends
What’s the point? It doesn’t Chance the fact that she is European, but she thought she wasn’t European anymore…
Yeah it sucks, I’m a Brit living in Portugal rn but i have to leave soon because of visas and I see all my other European friends just able to go where they want and I’m so mad that the UK got tricked into brexit with so much propaganda
American here. My longtime gf lived in Paris for 4 years while attending university for her masters. Her school had students from all over Europe and she made friends with tons of them. Anyways, all of them had completely false preconceived notions of America and our culture. Pretty much everything they would say to her was wildly inaccurate. After diving further into things it was obvious that all the information was taken from social media (tik tok, X etc.) or from things like movies/shows. She loves France and has been pushing us to visit (which I’m excited to do) but she has prepared me for cultural things the French do that I might find strange. She also talks to me a lot about how her Spanish and Italian friends were casually racist and didn’t even realize how offensive and wrong some of the things they would say truly are. The entire point of my comment is to say that every country has faults and issues but Europeans sitting on a high horse acting like Americans are all stupid and fat is laughable.
I am Black & Cherokee Indian. I worked for the World's largest Airline, American. I have auburn Hair and natural Blue eyes. I was treated one way in most Countries, when I was in my Blue Uniform, ok. As soon as I changed in to my Street Clothes especially in London, England I heard the same exact racism over there! It made me sick!
how can someone be American Cheriko Indian and also African American ??
@@user-hf8nb9mb4e one of her parents are cheriko and the other is african American
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Because many people in America are multiracial and multiethnic.
A sinful witchcraft called miscegenation
to be fair england is very similar to usa,history wise with slavery also,plenty of other countries in europe dont have those roots and wont treat you any different,well....they may gaze in your direction a bit more often because there arent many black people in those places 😅
Contrary to the popular opinion, I actually like American people. Especially when you travel, whenever you get lost, if the locals don’t help you then Americans would!
They’re also some of the friendliest people I’ve met.
I’m just not a big fan of their politics.
Also (this is not for everyone ofc), i feel like Europeans unconsciously have superior complexity especially towards people from outside of the region, sometimes even between Europeans
American here. We really arent as awful as social media and the news makes us sound. We have our serious issues, but I dont think any country doesnt. But a lot of Americans also scream about every little thing and sometimes are deeply biased to the point they only think with their ideology. Its amazing how many Americans refuse to find the root source of problems, but try to blanket fix the problem through laws or banning things. Or even just free handouts at tax payer expense.
I have friends online that I talk to often, and they honestly think America is super unsafe to go anywhere. Which having grown up in a fairly sketchy city in America, Its really not. My friends think that its the wild west with guns all over the place and that Gun owners are just salivating at the chance to shoot people, Completely not true either since I grew up around a gun owning family and even own a few. But I dont blame them, They didnt grow up here and do have a very distorted view thanks to Media. America is a weird place, some of it really is like the stereotype that Europeans think it is, other times its actually way more complex. America is effectively multiple countries living in one and interacting with eachother. Even down at the city/metro level.
Doesnt help that some Americans find themselves to be far more sophisticated and more righteous than others to a very toxic degree. Social media and the current state of politics has only amplified this even more to the point its actually laughable.
I also say all of this as an American who wants to go experience Europe really bad. I see some of what my friends post and experience, and I want to see what its like. Having lived in America and seen how the 2 big political factions live daily in their resective regions, I would love to get a breather from it all. America also is not the America of my childhood during the 90s and 2000s, So a Trip to europe would be a great escape for me.
@@joshuakhaos4451 we really are awful.
German here. In my youth in the 90ies, America looked like the coolest place in the world. But the older I got, the more I became disillusioned.
I think the overall American image is complicated. There are many things great about America, but the bad parts are dystopian.
Just to name a few examples, the risk that one's children might be shot going to school and a widespread refusal to do anything about it. Or that there are discussions about whether things like health care or education costs should or shouldn't financially ruin most normal people... things like medical debt or student debt even existing is baffling to me.
I have several American friends who are absolutely great people, open and friendly. And probably the "average" American is just like that! But through the internet, you also see the other side of the country, which seems pretty insane from the outside. Media amplifying the loudest, most outrageous voices also doesn't help, but that's not just an American problem.
Part of that can be blamed on the fact that we became the next superpower after all the European colonial empires collapsed after WW1 and WW2.
At the time, people worldwide thought the British Empire, the French Empire; even the German Empire were the most beautiful and powerhouse nations of the world. But dispute, after dispute, after dispute on the European theater lead to catastrophic events that would seal all the European powers fate's and the 'domino effect' kicking in; which basically lead to the U.S. being the next Superpower in line! And then, the world's attention shifts to that country!
@@G.L.999 America became "the superpower" it is because Europe had been decimated during WW2 and America remained unscathed as it sat out a good portion of the war. Also, America sat out all but the last year of WW1
@@G.L.999our worldwide unique school shootings and opiod addiction have nothing to do with people paying attention to your country.
It just has something to do with creating a society more violent and drugged up than 80% of the developed world, then keeping it like that.
The United States is the country where everything can happen.
US Americans just don't understand how much 'everything' truly means.
@@goldenpony822 Okay what does that have to do with what I said?
Look…I’m from a small town in North Carolina called Gastonia, and I happen to be cultured about so many places around the world on a demographic and geographical scale! I understand a lot of religious and political sectors, tribal communities, and I’m pretty spot on with recognizing differences in Latin culture and Asian history. I have traveled to South America, Europe (Spain Barcelona, Italy Rome Tuscany Florence, Colombia Pereira Risaralda Santa Rosa Salento Termales and many other surrounding areas). There are cultured people over here in the United States, and I love people from all over the world.
Stereotypes happen to be in every country, so just remember that things are not always as different as people make think of themselves to be. It’s all about the vibe.
I think you did a great job capturing the Europeans view of us and I couldn’t agree more. During my time there I learned very quickly that most Europeans felt that Americans were under educated when it came to world events and self centered, and I don’t think they entirely wrong.
It needs to be considered that the US is about as vast as all of Europe...American children learn 50 different states which are each roughly the same size of many European countries. This is not a lesser effort than European children learning about those EU countries immediately surrounding them.
Their judgment comes from their flawed attempts to compare us to them. If we were a small country of several million, we'd have less to learn and understand about our own country.
Not saying it’s right, but it’s because the USA is a global superpower. There’s a reason it’s covered extensively everywhere- it has great influence.
You're mostly correct, but a lot of us also know that it's not YOUR (individual) fault. Your country is pulling school books, teaching you lies, removing your rights, destroying your will to learn and basically indoctrinating you into never questioning authority (government). It's no wonder why us in Europe really worry that you'll end up like Russia, and we don't want that to happen.
@@marthakovach6815 We don't want you and the likes of you. Good you left.
@@LuvThyMind29 Pfft, we learn plenty more.
We don't compare with you. We despise you.
I think it’s the media that portrays the US certain way. I used to fantasize about living in France but I’ve learned after visiting France numerous times, it wasn’t all sunshine and roses.
I’m french and to be honest, I think you could say that about any country in the world.
cheers ;)
The experience if you don't speak the language is vastly different. It's an unavoidable problem unfortunately. Humanity and its ingrained tribal nature.
@@maxrolland3148 True. But I’m french at heart so it broke my heart when I learned that it wasn’t perfect in France. 🤣
@@canchero724 I agree. For me, actually, being able to speak French worked against me in away. People didn’t cut me any slack as soon as they knew I know how to speak the language pretty decent.
as someone who grew up in europe and then moved to the US halfway through school, it was so strange to me how things worked here. spelling was different, i stopped learning as much about other cultures and countries (only learning about them again once i got to college), i couldn’t walk to school, the grocery store, park, etc. like i could where i grew up. everything was so different
This was my experience too... though also ran into the kids who also did the "go back to where you came from" stuff. Which was ironic since I was born in the US, and my family was just living in Europe for my dad's job.
I also had the spelling issues, and failed so many spelling tests when we moved back. As an adult I feel like it was a real failing of my teachers at the time not to realize that we had just move here from the UK and perhaps my spellings of words, while technically wrong, would need a bit more nuance to deal with when grading.
It really depends on where you are in the U.S. We hardly drive--we've put less than 1500 km on our car so far this year because we live in Chicago in a neighborhood that is relatively safe. We can walk to school, work (when we worked outside our homes), the library, the grocery store, pools (which are free), and parks. I take the train when I want to go the burbs. But we went down South last year and walked across the street from our hotel to a mall ... and we were the only pedestrians. It was a shock.
@anthonydelfino6171 the spelling isn't wrong. It doesn't take much effort to learn that there are two spellings for a select few words. This highlights some of the problem - the acceptance of difference and assessing a situation on a case by case basis and making a decision.
It's a big country with 50 states, they're more involved and interested in their own news. I feel the same since moving here. I am very ignorant about the world in general
@@jewlzn7130 I'm not sure why you feel this way while it is easy to search what is going on in different countries around the world...
Can we please leave NATO, why should we defend these people. Europe can fight on its own.
Ignorance knows no boundaries. We will all have ignorance about certain subject matter or be open or closed to learning. Sometimes having a hard time in life opens one to reviewing learned biases and seeing if they need to be retired. I enjoyed this heart-felt video of exploration.
The more I learn, the more I realize how ignorant I am.
Well done! Oh my goodness, I just noticed how many comments there are on this video! I'm a 60 yo US Army veteran who lives in the southern US. I grew up in a small northern town that was heavily influenced by Irish culture, so education, art, and fierce patriotism were heavily ingrained in us. I have been really disturbed by how much education and art has been devalued in recent decades. The lack of understanding of geography outside the US borders is another. Your video made all the points and one of the most important ones is that the stereotypes don't need to be lived up to. There are lots of amazing people in this country, but sometimes our socio/political machine can really be found wanting. Thanks for posting this!
It's because (partially) of the infiltration of Marxists into the "education" (indoctrination) system & the decades long preparation to get to this point.
Wokeness
LGBTQ+
Pronouns
Normalisation of Paedophelia
BLM
MeToo
All organisations set up by the same people who wanted everyone to get a prize - building a world that entitlement was the order of the day & when the "entitled" went into the real world, found out they weren't special & the couldn't be "whoever they wanted to be" they could not cope but "here, join this group - they're just like you - now go forth and do our bidding".
I am shocked the US has not descended into civil war.
Everyone is talking about "Trump" while being slowly eradicated by Biden and his puppet masters.
you as a veteran should be ashamed for what you fought for. thats why we hate you guys.
I lived abroad in France for a year, and I learned the difference between working to live (the European way) and living for work (the American way).
Americans don’t even think about Europeans lol
The truth is that it is not relevant, Europeans are literally superior to Americans in all aspects, whether ethnically, as well as culturally and intellectually, and that is a fact, without us you would never have existed.
It’s weird how they feel that way about the US while we don’t bother about what going on there. Europe benefits far more from the US than the US benefits from Europe and they seem to dislike your pride in OUR country
It’s weird Americans “don’t even think about Europe” because most things in America come from Europe. From the name of our towns and cities to the food we eat. Most of it is European. New York is our largest city named after York England. Los Angeles is clearly a Spanish name from Spain. And the list goes on.
Ya I'd say most Americans don't think much about Europe....
I do--- because I love history, culture and discovering my roots, ancient ruins
....... so you can't generalize... infact I know more history and current politics of Europe than most Europeans I meet.... most are oblivious they are being replaced by non-European immigrants
@@cdthree3805That's just the white people. America is better, greater, bigger than all of Europe combined.
As an American born in 1980 and living in the Netherlands since 1985, I can confirm that the view of America has changed A LOT! But this has been going on a lot longer then the past 10 years. Just like the Dutch dude in this video said, when I was a child there truly was respect for the role that the US played in WW2, but this respect faded over time.
There are many reasons, but to name a few.. The medical system is out of control, labor laws are laughable, US gun culture is insane, the way they demonize social democracy is pure ignorance, the extreme conservativeness is backwards, the pledge of allegiance at schools is pure propaganda (USA is NOT the best at everything, quite the contrary), the infrastructure is severely dilapidated, reality television is pathetic, etc.. Then there's the constant meddling in the middle east, retaliation for 9/11... those Al-Qaeda terrorists came from Afghanistan, not Iraq and the supposed weapons of mass destruction that Sadam had was a bunch of bs. So Bush wasn't looked upon well by many here in Europe, but the US did indeed manage to take it to the next level with Trump! They let capitalism get completely out of control and it's turned into corporatism.. Both political parties ensure this and personally fill their pockets with inside trader knowledge, therefore it's not much better then fascism!
So yes, the European view of America has DEFINATELY changed over the decades and NOT for the better. Sadly though, this is rightfully so.. The Netherlands is now home to me, while the US is sick and rotting from the inside out! Nowadays I never say I'm American, instead I say that I'm from California or from LA (which is true) and this is somehow received much more positive. Possibly because it puts me one step further away from the stereotypical backwards thinking that's often associated with conservative red states.
Edit; Just to clarify, Trump is not to blame for the ugliness of capitalism or American corporatocracy, he is but a symptom of it.
What do you mean "They let capitalism get completely out of control and it's turned into corporatism with Trump"?
Spitting straight facts right there!
@@dvaIentin The transition into corporatism is not to be blamed on Trump. In fact, Trump is a symptom and not the cause.
Edit; I understand how this could be misinterpreted, but when writing in "quotes", please don't change what was written. This is how I wrote it "..the US did indeed manage to take it to the next level with Trump! They let capitalism get completely out of control and it's turned into corporatism.. Both political parties ensure this and personally fill their pockets with inside trader knowledge.."
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I like and agree with everything you have said here. I have lived in 6 different European countries and I am also from California and have resorted to saying that when asked where I am from, as people do like Calif. I always get a pass with being a so called american because I end of up being the one saying all the stuff that is just so ridiculous and out of control there. I have very good relations with the people in Europe, even in Paris and I don't speak french (typical american!) It is the human connection that really matters and Europeans just naturally have an understanding of this and mostly they are not drowning from the endless upward climb, push, shove and most of all that you have to win mentality. When I go to the states I have such a bad culture shock and I can't seem to stay very long. Especially the reality of having to drive everywhere!
I love how almost everyone blame Trump, Republicans and "The Gun Culture" wile in reality liberals are dominating the culture in the US for over 40 years - the media, the Hollywood and the academia. The republicans are barely a reactionary force that tries to conserve what is left from that once good country. I mean look at the places, where democrats are holding for decades now. Decades of liberal policies have led to poverty, filth and crime at astronomical levels. And still somehow the "backward conservativeness " is to blame.
"No we're not, we left the EU" NO AAAAA NO AHAHAHA WHY DID SHE HAVE TO REP US, WHYYYY England got destroyed in that single sentence. Actually so dumb lol.
Us Brits make fun of Americans for having shit geography and now we just owned ourselves
We were getting close to the "America = US" version of "Europe = EU" until the Brexit happened. So i guess that's how people were slowly starting to use while forgetting that America and Europa are continents that include more than just US and EU respectively.
We all have slip ups. Since they mentioned politics her brain was probably still wired to that subject and not Europe as a continent. I’m obviously just speculating but once her friend explained it to her she didn’t argue back.
@Sebastian only thing she has inside her brain is a small string holding her ears
Most British oeople know intellectually we are physically in Europe. However, emotionally even before Brexit never considered ourselves to be Europeans as people in mainland Europe do. Remember even when in the EU we never, wanted to give up our currency. Europe is a place you go for your holiday. I think Brts view the EU like American view their government, over reaching in their lives.
@@suzettewilliams1758 I don't know, in Geography we were always taught that England is part of the continent of Europe, so I never thought otherwise.
Hey there! I'm a Political Scientist from Brazil. I've been to the US and to many European countries (France, Netherlands, Finland, Czech Republic, Poland, Italy, England, among others) multiple times. My take on this subject might be completely wrong as I'm basing it on my personal experience, but I believe the US has always pushed forward images (and political projects) that value individualism and capitalism. I think this used to be seen as cool and different, especially by citizens from countries that were going through hard economic times, because you'd see these images of the American Dream and think about how great your life would be if you had access to all that wealth. If you and your people are struggling for basic necessities, individualism seems like an "easy way out" because it doesn't depend on much from your country, it only depends on your actions. Individualism and capitalism can save you from your situation very fast, you "just have to work hard and seize opportunities", you know? Even if that's just a lie, the US sold itself as a land of opportunity. But what happened was this: while the US kept focusing on an individualistic political agenda, a big part of Europe focused on human rights, basic incomes, social programs, etc. With the collective in mind, European politics kept working towards (or trying to work towards) social welfare. Over time, the US seemed sillier and sillier with its focus on private property, accumulation of capital, passion for guns (why, my dudes???), expensive health procedures, terrible worker rights, etc. With Trump, this only got worse. So many people only see this when they look at the US: a bunch of bigots with guns who think nothing matters more than private property and the liberty to be an absolute ass. And it's clear that not all US citizens are like that, but even my American friends have a bad view of American people overall. And there's an extra layer: many Americans behave very badly in other countries, demanding others adapt to them and their language. That's because of American education. Many Americans don't learn much about other cultures and grow up thinking the US is the greatest country in the world due to political propaganda. To the rest of the world, these traveling Americans end up looking like a bunch of uneducated spoiled brats who think too highly of themselves. Again, not all Americans are like the stereotyped versions I've covered, but the loudest ones surely are. 😅
I am an American and I 100% agree with this.
As an American, I remember when I went to Panama with my best friend and his family, the people there were very nice and hospitable. One encounter that will always stand out to me, I was on the train and a random man came up us and asked us where we were from. I didn't speak Spanish but my friend and his family did and told him we were from the United States. The man proceeded to shake my hand and in Spanish told me "Welcome to Panama". It was such a nice gesture and I wish we still had that same hospitality here. I can't imagine the average U.S. citizen greeting a foreigner with such a warm welcome.
I'm surprised and I must say a little disappointed that a Political Scientist like yourself chose to use the lazy and rather insulting option of calling the UK "England". There are four distinct nations which make up the UK, three of which are Scotland, Wales, and Northern Ireland which are most definitely culturally politically and even linguistically different from England. For instance, I consider my first language is Scots Leid, and my second is Scottish Gaelic due to coming from the Western Isles of Scotland, and not English, though I speak and write all three. A little helpful advice, a less offensive term would have been to use Britain instead of England, though it is not perfect.
The terms British and Britain are regarded by many in the UK as neutral terms. It is also regarded as practically meaningless as an ethnic description other than simply geographical in nature. For instance, in one of the latest UK-wide polls, a sizeable majority (over 75%) of the 10.5 million Scots, Welsh, and Northern Irish in the UK do not consider themselves to be British at all, including an Albannach (A Scotsman) like myself, and certainly not English.😁
@@Saor_Alba Are you dumb? They said European countries and so yes they're right. England is a country, and I'm English, so when they say they went to England, yes they did and probably didn't even go to any other country in the UK. Be for real. There was no Scotland, or Wales there, or anything. Just England. Meaning that they only went to England.
OMG 100% agree with everything you said. I'm Australian, have visited the US several times, and have found on the whole most are so uneducated about the rest of the world, especially those that travel abroad, acting as though the planet wouldn't survive without the US - whereas the rest of the planet are basically thinking, in most incidents, it would be better if the US kept to themselves a bit more 😂
Im an American and I'm not stupid and I'm not rich or spoiled.😢....not all Americans are bad. People from Europeans are not perfect either....
True. ❤
I’m an American (o Estadounidense) who lives in rural Pennsylvania. One of my brushes with bad stereotyping was when I went to visit a friend of mine in Naples, Italy. We were on an English guided tour of subterranean Naples (I had just started learning Italian so I wasn’t quite that good yet). There was a part of the tour where you had to go through very narrow passages that the ancient Greeks built. Our tour guide told our group that they used to give out candles so that people could more immerse themselves in the experience but they had to stop because someone accidentally lit themself on fire. Two Germans from the group immediately went “It must of been Americans.”
_'Naples, Italy.'_ Do you see how Americans talk, is there any other Naples that Naples would be confused with?
@@SirAntoniousBlock Naples, Florida…
@@troysheridan8433 Ah yes I'd see how anyone could easily get confused.
Glad I could help. 🙂
@@SirAntoniousBlock Nablus, West Bank
I'm a European who bought into the whole American Dream 9 years ago. I remember almost getting into a fight with an American trashing his country because I was so deeply grateful for being here. Now I'm a citizen and have been exposed to all facets of this society, I'm starting to feel all sorts of unsafe, grossed out and just unhappy. BUT...
..Just like Nathan here, I am also starting to realize the problem might be ME. 💚
I can't move at least for a couple more years because I found my soul mate and just got pregnant, so what do I do?
- Do I continue to torment myself by focusing on the massive inequalities of the healthcare system when, in fact, I have good health insurance and I am okay?
- Do I drive myself crazy by lamenting how poisoning the food is when, in fact, we make decent money and are educated to buy more nutritious food?
- Do I stay up at night thinking someone is going to accidentally shoot me when, in fact, I live in a super peaceful burbs and I had nothing like that happening to me?
- Do I worry about what my kid is going to learn in school when, in fact, I am confident that we can teach him/her what truly matters: nervous system regulation, empathy, financial management, the importance to be connected with the nature?
I think there are many people in my shoes and if you're one of them, be grateful for what you do have! No country is perfect! ❤🩹
Bless the place you're in right now, with your presence and your spirit until the next leg of the journey. You are your own world!
I love you!
As a European also residing in America, I'd like to extend my congratulations on expecting a little one! I migrated to the US primarily to be with my wife and also because it appeared to be the most advantageous move for my career. Nevertheless, once we start a family, I don't foresee us staying here. In response to your points:
- The unreliable nature of health insurance here is a genuine concern for us. We could be extremely unlucky and lose both our jobs and health insurance at the same time. But, even with health insurance, I hope to God we never have to deal with medical bills that the predatory health insurance agencies refuse to cover-often under the guise of contrived reasons.
- I concede your point here, yet I've observed that product labeling can be significantly misleading. For instance, the distinction between free-range, cage-free, and pasture-raised chickens/eggs can be deceptive, with the latter being the only genuinely ethically sourced option. So, I guess there's a point to make about needing even more education on how to find good foods.
- The concept of American suburbia fundamentally disagrees with my preferences. I am uncomfortable with the idea of living there, fearing it may even impact my mental health. The heavy reliance on cars that it often entails isn't something I find appealing. I appreciate the simplicity of walking, cycling, and using public transport, which seems to place me at an increased risk of encountering violence daily in this country.
- My foremost concerns revolve around the increasing incidence of school shootings and the dire condition of the American public school system. My wife is a 9th-grade English teacher and department head at a public school. She could talk for 24 hours straight about the pitiful state of the educational system. If you want your kids to have the best education possible then you could go for private schools, public schools in wealthier neighborhoods/suburbs, or homeschooling. However, these options inadvertently contribute to the defunding of an already cash-strapped public school system, which could potentially lead to more underprivileged children being left on the streets (and guess what that leads to).
Long story short, some people like myself feel a duty to contribute to the American infrastructure so it isn't overlooked, but many people just have no other options. And by participating, you risk several things: your peace of mind, the chance to provide your children with a solid education, your life, and most importantly, the lives of your loved ones. These aren't things that America failed to account for when it was being built. These problems originate from an array of policies and laws that politicians fervently endorse. You can't expect them to change any time soon.
The problems not you 😁
As an American I can say that we do care about what's going on in other countries, but when your country is so massive, you tend to worry more about what's going on right outside your door than what is going on across an ocean. Because it affects you more. It's not necessarily correct, but I feel like everyone does it. I live in Greece now and people watch news about America, but when news about Greece comes on, everyone is paying just more closely attention. That's natural.
But the vibe is still different. There is no excuse why Americans are so poor at geography.
I don't think people really have an obligation to care about far off foreign nations nor should they be pressured into doing so
It’s also news cycles. Something happening in the United States is publicized globally but a lot of news specific to other nations isn’t available here unless you go out of your way to find out
Russians are waaaay more educated tho, about the world and they are massive too.... it is not a justification come on, considering 90% dont know anything about their own country ...
I am honest an average european know more about US history than an averege american....so the problem exists and it is big...
If you dont know history you are condamnded to repeat over and over the same mistakes....and that"s what we are seeing now
You are right about what’s going on next door to us. However it’s these small steps and our people that help for our country that can lead to bigger change slowly but surely.
I like how this guy says that he isn’t talking about all Europeans and that that is a massive generalization. I think some Europeans need to do that also