I am not an imperialist American. However the Z spelling should be used. It is the most common spelling in reference to NATO in English. It is the preferred spelling of the OED. I feel that there is a notion that all Americans want to force there ways down everyones throats therefore we use the British spellings. There is also a feeling of superiority amongst many Commonwealth English users. (Look, I am an American who knows what the Commonwealth is! Shock! Surprise!). Europe beats the US in healthcare and social policy, foreign policy and economic policy. I grant that. However, the US beats Europe in a few ways 1)Telecommunications are cheaper and there are more options, 2)Our public restrooms, 3)We provide ice witb beverages and don't snicker if you want tap water, 3)American spellings are more logical and reasonable than the traditional spellings. Honestly, centre as an English word? Neighbourhood? Please please please use the Z spelling! Long live the Commonwealth, the EU, and American spellings!  |