+142 Non-Americans: you wouldn't want to live in America (unless you came from a country so poor pretty much anywhere else would be better), amirite?

by Anonymous 13 years ago

I'm american and i voted on this.I am such a badarse

by Anonymous 13 years ago

I'm american too and I voted yes. Too bad there's still a lot of racism and such outside of America (not to say that it doesn't exist here)

by Anonymous 13 years ago

I prefer Europe or UK.

by Anonymous 13 years ago

South African who would much rather stay right where I am thank you very much.

by Anonymous 13 years ago

(Your+name+(optional)): DITTO

by Anonymous 13 years ago

Happy to be an Australian.

by Anonymous 13 years ago

Why else would people come here? That's why most of American immigrants are Latin, because of the turmoil and proximity.

by Anonymous 13 years ago

Actually, I've always wanted to try an American highschool. Here in England everyone loves eachother and whatnot.

by Anonymous 13 years ago

It's not all that great. My school has absolutely no bullying. The worst we get is a fight every few months.

by Anonymous 13 years ago

Oh, that's no fun. I have been informed incorrectly by the TV.

by Anonymous 13 years ago

Ya the TV tends to exaggerate a bit.

by Anonymous 13 years ago

True that.

by Anonymous 13 years ago

Yeah, most of that stuff isn't true. If I wore half of the clothes those teens wear to school, I'd probably be suspended. We don't even get most of the events that they do, like dances and stuff.

by Anonymous 13 years ago

It really depends on the school, time of year, and group of people. Two years ago the day before Christmas break there were like ten fights. Last year, there were three really intense fights that people talked about all year. Nothing major has happened this year. Yet.

by Anonymous 13 years ago

It depends on the school. My highschool is FULL of drama. (:

by Anonymous 13 years ago

that may just be the funniest thing i have ever heard. you watch too much tv.

by Anonymous 13 years ago

Honestly, I'm not fond of present-day America: its spoiled and greedy inhabitants, excessive debt, idiotic politicians, moronic drama, and all that jazz. But I adore its history. The ideas the country was founded upon. Those cheesy patriotic songs. Though they seem to have no relevance to present-day America, they are still inspiring.

by Anonymous 13 years ago

You have no idea how pretentious you sound or read?

by Anonymous 13 years ago

@732704 (KickAss): Pretentious? This is simply my view of the country I live in. Sorry if my word choice irks you.

by Anonymous 13 years ago

Well it's not exactly JUST the wording... it's the idea you're trying to convey through those words. Because using big words don't necessitate sounding pretentious, but if you read my response to the Anon under me you would understand where I'm coming from. I do see where you're coming from and to some extent I do agree with you.

by Anonymous 13 years ago

This country was built on violence and racism...and we're still going to war with everyone too. No one wants to be our friends because we are mean bullies.

by Anonymous 13 years ago

You're right and also people romanticize about the past too much. AND this person hasn't even lived during the times the s/he is talking about. "What you need to know about the past is that no matter what has happened, it has all worked together to bring you to this very moment. And this is the moment you can choose to make everything new. Right now." It's because of America's past that it turned out like this. The present didn't come out of no where, it's a summation of the past

by Anonymous 13 years ago

@732772 (KickAss): Really, I haven't lived in colonial America, really? I wasn't aware of this. Thanks for bringing this to my attention. :) On a serious note, I said the ideas the country was founded upon, not the actual series of events. The Declaration of Independence is a beautiful piece of writing, in my eyes, from whatever time period or country it might have originated. Though the document was simply the unrealistic hopes for the young country, I still admire the concepts of freedom and liberty that are expressed in the writing.

by Anonymous 13 years ago

So you like the ideas and do acknowledge the fact that the original writers were a little unrealistic? Then if that is the case, I guess that makes sense. It's just that you compare present day America, to the ideals of the past and it really doesn't make sense, because a good idea, doesn't necessitate a good reality? Do you know what I mean? Also you're welcome, I thought maybe you're sooo old that you had Alzheimer's and that you thought you were born in the 1700's.

by Anonymous 13 years ago

Reading my comment, I realize my sarcasm may come across as snooty, and if so, I apologize. Words on the internet are too often interpreted different ways than intended. That's why I added the smiley face, but now it simply appears more juvenile than before... Mi malo.

by Anonymous 13 years ago

I accept your apology and I'm sorry I'm not fluent in Chinese... YET! What does mi malo mean?

by Anonymous 13 years ago

Except a lot of people in England want to live here... that's just what I heard.

by Anonymous 13 years ago

Exactly, following the principals of don't knock it till you try it. I bet the OP just listens to what is in the news and isn't aware if what actually goes on

by Anonymous 13 years ago

Why would an English person want to move to America? England is a way better country: history, culture, architecture, accent. I'm from New Zealand btw

by Anonymous 13 years ago

Ok that's cool, it's a shame their economy is in much worse shape than ours is in. You don't live in a place just for looks, you have to have other reasons.

by Anonymous 13 years ago

She/he only mentioned one factor about looks. I wouldn't say the British economy was in 'much' worse shape. Other reasons people would give for preferring England - lower crime rates, lower obesity rates, more multi-culturalism (particularly in London)

by Anonymous 13 years ago

I feel Americans get more choices. We vote on a lot more than other countries and we have some good education things (not as good as some, but better than a lot). I think we have a lot of decent stuff while other places have some really great stuff.

by Anonymous 13 years ago

It *is* in worse condition, my uncle just moved here from England, he says everything is way more expensive. Gas is like $20. And crime rates aren't really high unless you live in a city, most towns have very low crime rates.

by Anonymous 13 years ago

Anthony wants to move to the USA, and he's English. :P

by Anonymous 13 years ago

I'm dominican, and as much fun as being a high-class, party every single day guy is, I would much rather being part of the american-college life than here.

by Anonymous 13 years ago

I'm American, and my college life is insane. I actually met a group of people from England this past weekend who came to America with soccer scholarships, and they absolutely love it here. Not to say living anywhere else isn't amazing as well, I've been to quite a few different countries. I just feel you can't judge a place you've never been to, and if you have been to America OP then I suppose you can.

by Anonymous 13 years ago

Show some pride Americans!

by Anonymous 13 years ago

Are you stupid?This post is directed to non-americans americans shouldn't vote...

by Anonymous 13 years ago

But they can still comment. ;)

by Anonymous 13 years ago

Heh heh your comment is funny because in America we vote for president but, in the UK you don't vote for king or queen ;D

by Anonymous 13 years ago

We vote for the Prime Minister who fulfils the same role in our country as your President does in your country. The Queen has no power, she is a symbolic figure - representing the long history of our nation. There is no need and it wouldn't make any sense for us to vote for the next King or Queen. It will be Charles, then William...

by Anonymous 13 years ago

You're not doing the 'Americans are stupid' stereotype any favours...

by Anonymous 13 years ago

I'm not american I'm Catholic. Heh heh :D

by Anonymous 13 years ago

(#732734): Uh no, this country was not built on violence and racism. And I'm almost certain if you are indeed American, as you have been insinuating, then you would have obviously learned this in history class. I'm so tired of people consistently bashing America. It's just as ignorant to dislike an entire country as it is to dislike an entire group of people based on what a few do. Grow up.

by Anonymous 13 years ago

I love america. I'm from the mid west, and there is noo drama, violence or any craziness. Its pretty laid back.

by Anonymous 13 years ago

It's not that bad here...

by Anonymous 13 years ago

If you live in America why did you vote on this post?

by Anonymous 13 years ago

Because I can.

by Anonymous 13 years ago

Why are you so upset about Americans voting on this post?

by Anonymous 13 years ago

It kinda defeats the purpose of this post

by Anonymous 13 years ago

Not really. People are still allowed to defend their opinions. Explain to me how it defeats the purpose of the post.

by Anonymous 13 years ago

Well for starters the post is addressed to non-americans - so clearly americans shouldn't vote on this.And basically like a survey asking if people that aren't americans would like to live there.An american voting on a post addressed to non-americans asking if they would leave their country to live in america defeats the purpose of this post.

by Anonymous 13 years ago

That didn't defeat the purpose of the post. It isn't a survey, it's just someone saying that they don't wanna live in America. Why are taking this so seriously?

by Anonymous 13 years ago

(S)he isn't saying that she wouldn't want to live there she is just asking others if they would want that.I'm taking this so seriously because amirite is a site where people say their opinions and want to find out what other people think or would want and in this case the americans that are voting are doing a good job at doing the exact opposite.

by Anonymous 13 years ago

The op is just stating their opinion, and people are saying whether or not they disagree with that opinion. It doesn't necessarily mean that Americans are banned from reading the post or coating on it. It didn't ruin it at all.

by Anonymous 13 years ago

How is asking a question stating an opinion?And yes since OP clearly states in the post that this is only for non americans americans shouldn't vote on it.

by Anonymous 13 years ago

How are we still having this conversation? Shall we just agree to disagree?

by Anonymous 13 years ago

I think we're both extremely bored or something but sure yea agree to disagree works.

by Anonymous 13 years ago

Not great though!

by Anonymous 13 years ago

Im American, and i dont even want to live here

by Anonymous 13 years ago

I think it would be awesome to live in the US for a while. The people are very interesting and it's really not as bad as the media makes it out to be.

by Anonymous 13 years ago

I bet you're an American pretending not to be...

by Anonymous 13 years ago

look at my profile. and why can't I be genuinely interested in living in the US? what's with all the prejudice?

by Anonymous 13 years ago

Just kidding :p Though I can't help but be prejudice towards you when you haven't read Harry Potter ;)

by Anonymous 13 years ago

Nah, I like this place :P Much better than the UK in my opinion

by Anonymous 13 years ago

I'm a non-American and I'm living in the US now. Personally, I like it better here. A LOT better. The school system is better, it feels like the teachers actually care about you and the one thing I am so grateful about: Partial credit on a test. There's less bullying in my new school and everyone just seems more friendly (with the few exceptions of course!) Oh and, Halloween :)

by Anonymous 13 years ago

These posts against American make me feel terribadly.

by Anonymous 13 years ago

I'm guessing that the communist china my family left for America is considered under the "anywhere else would be better"

by Anonymous 13 years ago

I'm American and I want to travel elsewhere, but there is no doubt That I would come back to raise my children. But I live in a rural area.

by Anonymous 13 years ago

All countries have their good and bad points. What makes a 'better' country is totally subjective. Even within a country, the experience is totally different depending on the location, wealth and people that one happens to know. Theres no point arguing over it! We all part of a one huge nation - the world. And let's just get on with each other. There is a lot of unwarranted prejudice against the USA but some Americans also have a unwarranted arrogance, and sense of self-importance.

by Anonymous 13 years ago

Everyone probably feels that the place they live sucks, and can't wait to get out of there. That's the way I feel.

by Anonymous 13 years ago

Americans can be idiotic sometimes, but most of us hate the loony ones who think US is better than everyone

by Anonymous 13 years ago

I think a lot of people would vote yes naturally because it would be interesting to see. If you have a second life, wouldn't you want to live in a different country for cultural and stuff? Probably. And it's not America, it's the idiots that take greed over selfishness, money over respect, etc. Yeah, we have issues, but so does a lot of countries. Having major faults and peaks of depression is normal and getting through it makes us stronger. Anyone stronger.

by Anonymous 13 years ago

well you have to live in the right parts of america, where there are less white-trash dumb americans

by Anonymous 13 years ago