How are Americans viewed?

Originally posted by twiceaknight
To be honest I could come up with a lot of negatives but 1 positive would be that they seem to have a "can do" culture. They are more likely to think something new or difficult is possible than the English for example.

I think the average American does have a "can do" attitude.

There is a lot of room for improvement in this world and I think Americans can see that and are willing to made new technology happen to get there. I would be interested to see a comparison of start up technology companies in the U.S. compared to other countries.

I'm not saying other countries aren't aware and concerned about society and environmental issues, just maybe not as motivated to implement something new to address these problems.

Originally posted by mlprior
I think the average American does have a "can do" attitude.

There is a lot of room for improvement in this world and I think Americans can see that and are willing to made new technology happen to get there. I would be interested to see a comparison of start up technology companies in the U.S. compared to other countries.

I'm not saying other cou ...[text shortened]... al issues, just maybe not as motivated to implement something new to address these problems.

It's interesting that you mention that, what is the US doing to combat Global Warming?
There has been lot of negativity lately to the US and what they are doing about it, clearly...

Originally posted by twiceaknight
Sorry, i mean "Americans generally"..seem..... Is that better?

🙂

Originally posted by Bad wolf
It's interesting that you mention that, what is the US doing to combat Global Warming?
There has been lot of negativity lately to the US and what they are doing about it, clearly...

What is England doing to combat global warming? What is Russia and China doing to combat global warming?

There is a lot of research going on in the U.S. to develop fuel cells and advanced solar cells, and many other alternatives to fossil fuel. I have no doubt there will be new technology out soon that will rival fossil fuels. This may not come from the U.S. either, I'm just saying people here look for new ideas and alternatives.

Originally posted by mlprior
What is England doing to combat global warming? What is Russia and China doing to combat global warming?

There is a lot of research going on in the U.S. to develop fuel cells and advanced solar cells, and many other alternatives to fossil fuel. I have no doubt there will be new technology out soon that will rival fossil fuels. This may not come from the U.S. either, I'm just saying people here look for new ideas and alternatives.

http://tinyurl.com/2ot2al

Originally posted by azalin76
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If you're a Citizen of America,

You ARE an American.

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somewhat. But you could be an African American ; african ethnicity, american citizen.

Originally posted by Ramned
somewhat. But you could be an African American ; african ethnicity, american citizen.

Why make the distinction? 😕

Originally posted by Ramned
somewhat. But you could be an African American ; african ethnicity, american citizen.

That is silly, Wolf is right, there is no distinction.

Americans are Americans, no matter where your ancestors came from.

By the same token, we are all inhabitants of this earth and will some day learn to play and work together to preserve it.

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Originally posted by mlprior
I'm not saying other countries aren't aware and concerned about society and environmental issues, just maybe not as motivated to implement something new to address these problems.

I think you might have confused the 'media reality' in u.s. with political reality there. the fact is, u.s. government is blatantly disregarding pretty much all environmental worldwide resolutions, refuses to aknowledge, let alone contribute to them, and merrily continues to be the biggest polluter in the world. even china is doing better.


http://news.independent.co.uk/world/science_technology/article358583.ece

"Scientists condemn US as emissions of greenhouse gases hit record level

By Steve Connor, Science Editor
Published: 19 April 2006

The United States emitted more greenhouse gases in 2004 than at any time in history, confirming its status as the world's biggest polluter. Latest figures on the US contribution to global warming show that its carbon emissions have risen sharply despite international concerns over climate change. ..."

Originally posted by wormwood
I think you might have confused the 'media reality' in u.s. with political reality there. the fact is, u.s. government is blatantly disregarding pretty much all environmental worldwide resolutions, refuses to aknowledge, let alone contribute to them, and merrily continues to be the biggest polluter in the world. even china is doing better.


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Have you ever considered that YOUR media may not be 100% accurate or forthcoming?

I think you have confused the American government with the American people.

Originally posted by mlprior
What is England doing to combat global warming? What is Russia and China doing to combat global warming?

There is a lot of research going on in the U.S. to develop fuel cells and advanced solar cells, and many other alternatives to fossil fuel. I have no doubt there will be new technology out soon that will rival fossil fuels. This may not come from the U.S. either, I'm just saying people here look for new ideas and alternatives.

Taking this at face value it suggests to me that this investment is government driven? Very poor if compare it to Britain don't you think?
I mean its all about decreasing the emissions we produce, nothing else, it isn't working for you.

If not that then I would think corporations are doing this, well, corporations transcend national borders, they usually have roots in many countries, they are not wholly just American now are they?

Originally posted by mlprior
Have you ever considered that YOUR media may not be 100% accurate or forthcoming?

I think you have confused the American government with the American people.

uh oh. you really need to do some reading on global environmental policies and their application.

Originally posted by Bad wolf
Taking this at face value it suggests to me that this investment is government driven? Very poor if compare it to Britain don't you think?
I mean its all about decreasing the emissions we produce, nothing else, it isn't working for you.

If not that then I would think corporations are doing this, well, corporations transcend national borders, they usually have roots in many countries, they are not wholly just American now are they?

I do find these forums so utterly frustrating and ridiculous!

All the previous judgements are correct: Americans are all fat and lazy and we sit around with our thumbs up our arses laughing at the rest of the world and all their problems while we order another Martini and plot another invasion, preferably a 3rd world country who is defenseless and has lots of natural resources.

There you have it. Problem solved. Goodby!

Originally posted by mlprior
I do find these forums so utterly frustrating and ridiculous!

All the previous judgements are correct: Americans are all fat and lazy and we sit around with our thumbs up our arses laughing at the rest of the world and all their problems while we order another Martini and plot another invasion, preferably a 3rd world country who is defenseless and has lots of natural resources.

There you have it. Problem solved. Goodby!

Look, talk is cheap.
America isn't doing much about Global Warning.

You said:
"I'm not saying other countries aren't aware and concerned about society and environmental issues, just maybe not as motivated to implement something new to address these problems."

Global Warming is an environmental issue, you implied that America as a country (i.e. other countries are aware...) is more motivated to solve this problem.
You are wrong.



That is all I'm getting at.

Originally posted by mlprior
I do find these forums so utterly frustrating and ridiculous!

All the previous judgements are correct: Americans are all fat and lazy and we sit around with our thumbs up our arses laughing at the rest of the world and all their problems while we order another Martini and plot another invasion, preferably a 3rd world country who is defenseless and has lots of natural resources.

There you have it. Problem solved. Goodby!

to me it looks like the consensus of the thread seems to be that americans are no fatter than people in other western countries, are 'can-doers' and polite to the point of insanity. so cut the victim crap.

but it doesn't change the facts that your country keeps invading 3rd world countries almost annually for 'national interests', veto all the wrong UN resolutions for all the wrong reasons, blatantly disregard environmental efforts, all of which is biting back at you as the title of the most hated nation in the world.