The US was already mildly disliked for that general civilian arrogance but most Canadians overlooked it say 15 to 20 years ago. Now when American arrogance is recognized, its seen as unequivocally contentious, compared to being harmlessly obnoxious in the past.
I’ve met several Americans that seemed to think the financial might of Wall St or the sacred reverence with which they hold their constitution somehow made their existence more meaningful, fulfilling or even valid. They had the genuine belief that everyone wanted to be in their position even though their specific material circumstances were often worse and their priorities warped by ideals of hyperproduction and hyperconsumption.
From a Canadian perspective I might have put my hand on their shoulder and said “Cool” fifteen years ago. Now I’d put my hand on their shoulder and say “You’re stupid” which in many ways is more grace than some deserve.
The US was already mildly disliked for that general civilian arrogance but most Canadians overlooked it say 15 to 20 years ago. Now when American arrogance is recognized, its seen as unequivocally contentious, compared to being harmlessly obnoxious in the past.
I’ve met several Americans that seemed to think the financial might of Wall St or the sacred reverence with which they hold their constitution somehow made their existence more meaningful, fulfilling or even valid. They had the genuine belief that everyone wanted to be in their position even though their specific material circumstances were often worse and their priorities warped by ideals of hyperproduction and hyperconsumption.
From a Canadian perspective I might have put my hand on their shoulder and said “Cool” fifteen years ago. Now I’d put my hand on their shoulder and say “You’re stupid” which in many ways is more grace than some deserve.
Perfectly put