European Elitism

Let's recap thus far. I believe that there is a great deal of high brow sentiment flowing out of Europe in relation to America. I feel that many Europeans believe that many many Americans are unscrupulous and uncultured. My argument is that they (you) should take a look in the mirror and realize that they (you) are no more cultured or moralist that your brethren across the Atlantic. So given that, my point is that almost every European country has caused far more world damage in the past 100 years then the US every could, therefore they need to be more even handed in judging us and more constructive in there approach to working with our great Nation. Today, many Euro politicians base there campaigns on bashing American; the populous has reacted to this feeling by electing borderline anti American officials (Zapato in Spain, Mekel in the Father land, etc. ). Even Gordon Brown has been known to through the US under the double Decker bus. In financial terms, the Euro was created mainly to de-value the Dollar (not the UK obviously). Your trade agreements are completely one sided; it is very difficult to sell US made goods in Europe. It is a European belief that we are greedy culture that does not take care of the poor. Socially, you bash us over concerns that you feel are trite (e. g. sex scandalous and religion). So that is my interpretation of the feelings coming across the Atlantic. Culturally, you believe that we are nation of "Pop Culture;" you feel that we devoid of deep thoughtful ideas My response is as follows: 1. Your world meddling has this planet on the breaking point: a. The English reshaping the middle east has caused 60 years of instability, not to mention central Asia b. The Dutch and English handling of South and Southern Africa may not be able to be repaired. c. The French imperialism in North Africa has left the people of that region with a complete distrust of any so called democratic government d. Germany. .. .. .. .. well enough said --- the Germans should be on a 100 year time out. They should not be able to comment on any countries politics until 2045. e. The Swiss are the pimps to the world with there banking system that protects criminals, and the dishonest. f. The Russians with Putin have no regard for anyone but a few, and as mineral and fuel gangsters and finally g. Big bad Litchenstein - well they are ok semi harmless 2. Financially, we buy far more Euro goods and allow for semi free trade at least. 3. Socially, the American poor are not as bad off as people might think. The gap between the middle class is far less then on the continent. For god sakes we don't have figure heads who get $$$$ because of there last name. 4. Culturally we are far superior because we have no preconceived notions on high brow culture. We are far more open to new things and ideas. We embrace and enjoy new ideas; we are a country of new ideas and new people. Our culture is far more diverse (melting pot), therefore far superior. We have Afghan bestsellers, we have native American top singles, Austrian Governors, Muslim and Gay prominent politicians. We are open diverse and forward thinking, not stuck in the plays, opera's and literature of the past. Being from Chicago, I feel our museums are not fantastic and not like the closets of our grandparents. To wrap it up, we need the people of Europe to reach our from behind their turned up noses and realize that Americans are far deeper, and more evolved then we get credit. You are not superior and please stop the bashing. I hope all is well in the UK and that all is well with you and yours. Note, no personal attacks, just trying to make a point. Take care and I look forward to learning more about your point of view. I hope all is well in