Quick question. As a economist I disagree. I am European(not a brit), so take that into account. I have lived in 7 countries and have traveled to 26 countries. I currently work as an economists for a very prestigious American university. I dont say this to brag to qualify my next statement. There is not one facet of the american society where I think it is number one in the world. Civil liberties not even close. Netherlands took that along with freedom of press(according to the World Press Organization). Economy. I cant even imagine anyone argueing this. The annual GDP=debt. So that means everyyear the monetary(money) value of America's economy is equal to debt. Lets say I make 20,000 a year. I owe 20,000 to start(get pissed at your leaders start caring for gods sakes!!). Is this good financial planning? Health- Ranked one of the most unhealthy countries in Westernized world, due to lack of universal health care, poor diet options, loose FDA regulations etc(according to the World Health Organization). Culture- where bigger is more (see health). Working with Americans is different than working with other countries. You seem to shoot from the hip and ask questions later. Its a "balls deep attitude". Not a good idea.
I love america I do. However, America needs to take a look at themselves honestly. What we have is a broke country, with a work force that EVERY global economists has stated that America's work force is not ready to adapt to the future. Take this personally if you want, my hope is you dont however it is foolish to think America is the number one country. Mine isnt either. I personally think the netherlands are(opinion I know). (Also how do you only spend .1% of the federal budget on education, I understand its a state by state rule however, your schools are FAILING!) Education should be No1, your three wars should be last priority. Educate your people then the rest will follow, smart citizens mean a smart country. Also How did the space program work out foryou? Billions of dollars every year flushed. The private sector could do it cheaper. Now the Fed is understanding this, Nasa is all but canned. Private companies are now bidding on the shuttles. So before you type. Think, while it maybe the interent you are still an ambassador to your country. If you have a logical response I would love to hear it.Once again good vibes to you. I appologize for being rude. Leave the country for a year, then come back and tell me what you think about America. Americans that have lived abroad will almost certaintly tell you the same thing.
Churchill
