USA VS Canada? Wake up!!

I am Canadian, I am proud,
The other day an American said to me on line, that Canadians suck. That's OK, I told him to lick me where the good___split me!
Every day I read abot how bad Americans are. So do you.
Well my closest neighbour and friend is the US. So for all you us haters listen up!
There needs to be a globo cop! who else makes sure bad people dont nuke your town?
Cellular telephone are now used all over the planet, invented by Martin Cooper, thanks to american scientists.
Thanks to global trading and the United States, Over 60 countries can afford to eat and get medicine.
The United States produces about 30% of the worlds Gross economy.
If the US ever stopped that trade. It is simple the world would die, at least be ruined!
There is much more that those headlines don't tell, Lots speak as America as war mongrels.
Thats ok, noone likes war, and why should we?
But hell, I'm just a Canadian! I reckon Most Americans don't believe Canadians suck. I'm a little pissed O'd that most Canadians think that Americans suck!
I suppose war will do this, but still.....
Better Hug your Neighbour!
I cant believe that the two friendliest countries (also free) would belittle eachother like I hear every day.
Think about it!

 

To broaden Martin Luther King's sentiment a bit... I long for the day when a man is judged by the color of his heart, not the color of his skin, or the color of his flag.

There are good people most everywhere, and also people that suck. Painting entire groups with a broad brush always splashes on the innocent, and simply shows the naivete of the person speaking.

 

@jazagod I think you've got a good point there, i dont under stand why Yanks and Canadians hate each other so much,
was there a waar against each other????
can you please fill me in

thanks!

 

Actually yes there was a war between, it was a hundred years + ago, and Canada won. Otherwise we would not have Quebec and probably most of the East. Thats not the Point.
Face to face Americans and Canadians will smile to one another, but behind the back....Oh my

 

Both sides are showing news to hate.

 

If a another human being can display some brain content, has a good heart, and is both friendly and respectful in their demeanor, they are OK in my book, no matter which corner of the planet they occupy!

I have met many Americans that are wonderful people, and for the record, my neighbours back in 92' were Canadian, and were the most friendly and respectful couple, you could hope to meet!

Regards...

 

Actually there are some very historic reasons for the animosity both sides feel towards the others. When U.S.A. had it's rebellion against the British Crown many Americans who disagreed with the rebels fled to Canada, after that came the black American slaves, and after that the draft dodgers from the Vietnam war.

So for those that like to bear a grudge for generations, that is their excuse. there is also "Old" jealousy on both sides.

Having lived in the U.S.A. for over six years, I have seen the good and bad side of American life, but I have also seen the good and bad sides of Canadian life, neither is perfect.

That said "I am a proud Canadian" and I truly like my Southern Neighbours, just not toooo fond of that character "Bush" though, he has done more to turn other nations against America, than anybody else. But his group is a very small segment of American Society, and like other phases this one to will pass.

Side Note:- Take this forum, there are lots of Canadians, Americans, Brits, and our friends down under, and not once have I heard anyone here malign anyone for their nationality, and there have been some "Hot" threads but not once has it digressed to name calling. Hey maybe we should have Major Geeks be the world leader!!!!

 

Wait a second.. I thought Canadians were extinct? boy was I duped..

 

.......and just when I was starting too feel the love here.

Steve

 

I have 4 younger brothers. Two of those brothers got brides from the USA. They are beautiful, friendly, intelligent, women and I wouldn't dare bad-mouth the USA in front of either of them. I let them do the bad mouthing, and believe me when I tell you, I would never talk about George W. the way those gals do. They both still have themselves registered to vote in their home towns and are making the trip back to the USA to unseat some of Georgy's pals. In My Opinion, USA citizens are good. USA science and engineering are good. The rest of it needs plenty of work. The worst part of living next to the USA is that big business corruption, government corruption, and disrespect for the law is gradually permeating my own society. It's as if "they're doing it, so why can't I?" crap that you hear from 6 year olds. At one point in my career, I logged over 120,000 miles in travel to and from the US on business. I was always treated with respect and often the sugar and syrup of compliments were too rich for my Northern blood. Compare that to the derision, I've received while attempting to speak French to order breakfast in la belle province of Quebec, I may only conclude that French Canadians are bad people. They can be nasty little buggers when they want to poke a stick in the ribs of an Anglophone. No tip for you!!!
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Any where you go there is always a bungehole around the corner....world wide....no matter if your from England...Canada....U.S.....but I can say here in N.Y. darn if there isnt alot of rednecks.......lol
Someday I'll clip a news paper story about 1 from the next town over....and makes me think that I AM so glad I dont drink the water......

 

You probably also thought you could ski up here in July and that we live in igloos.

I have to disagree with Jazagod's appraisal of the state of current affairs between our two countries as far as normal folk are concerned.

There are some real sticky points as to softwood lumber and beef trade and it doesn't sit well up here but it's the real people that count to me. You'll always find an a*hole anywhere you go. (This wasn't pointed at you Jazagod).

 

No offence taken, .
quite the point on the lumber thing, thankfully were not getting into the fishing thing!!
I was quite appalled to the french Canadian post. Not all french Canadians dont deserve a "tip". That is like saying any one who speaks english(because you had a run in) is an arse. Quebecers may be a bit hasty, but definatly not bad people...now Albertans on the other hand...(so kidding LOL)

 

The thing that makes Canadians a more than a little testy in my experience has been when they get treated like they are just northern country Americans, or maybe just the 51st state, up north.

 

I think its funny the way "up north " is used. not just by phantom, but always.
This year our our Sothern brothers got snow first. It is true that some believe Canada is a frozen waste land, like Russia....HAHAHAHA
lol..brb, got to warm up the dog sled , on the way to the store so i can barter me a blanket.
haha
good times

 

Actually I took a Canadian history course in College (Went to school in Plattsburgh NY). Very interesting indeed.. I learned all about igneous rock, basalt, pyroclastic flows, glacially terraformed geologic formations and deposits oh.. and moose or is it meese..

They even mentioned that people lived there as well..we were all like " WTF!! , who would live there.. it's all rock!! "

Yep, we completely skipped the stories about General Wolfe, Acadian history etc..

</end sarcasm>

 

Eh, they say the same thing here in Aust. Anything north is "up", anything south is "down", which is really, really confusing to this guy that has spent most of his life in the northern hemisphere, which case everything in this country is "down-under", so to speak. Must be why my sense of direction is lousy ever since we moved here. least ways, that's my excuse.

 

Nice 1 Kodo..
I have to laugh at the North america pic that makes the states look way bigger than it is. also, a pic of my home town

 

Way off subject, but, Phantom, is it true that toilets "down Under" flush clockwise? I know your gonna double check..lol.. Here of course is counter clock wise.. Im curious..Myth, or Truth?
Out of all the questions i could asklol

 

Actually, we've had threads on that before, believe it or not. And yep, it true. Mr. Hanky goes down the pooper clockwise.

 

be embarrassed for me, I just ran to living room and said..." I KNEW IT" laughin, and giglin like an idiot. Basically bein myself..
Thx for the Myth Bust!!
BTW, totally enjoying Midnight Oil right now...10, 9,8,7,6,5,4,3,2,1....been a while..
think ill go hug a rock!
lol

 

thanks for that ......i never realized how serious it was i just thought it was a joke between the both of you'se...but your right Jazagod that shouldn't be the point only hope it can get better for ya's

Alwayz Brooke

 

100+? ok, that's close.. it's been nearly 200 really war of 1812 .lasted only a few years and wasn't really against the Canada as we know it. It was against Bizzarro Canada

 

the reason north is up and south is down is because they are usually positioned that way on maps.

 

Canada rocks! America has no friends.

Canada is part of the Commonwealth, that'll get ya extra points.

 

Sure, but the question is - "Why is The North direction on top, and south on the bottom in maps?" It's not as if everyone is going to fall off if south was on the top.

 

Jaza...they were trying to fool us all by making us look bigger then we really are.....isnt that hows it been for a long time?

 

I love America,if it wasnt for America I doubt I'd watch TV at all,I wouldnt be on this forum,hell probably not on the internet,pretty much all my fav PC games are made in america,all the best movies,I wouldnt have seen michael Jordan play and hence not played for the school basketball team and probably stayed a little porker,there'd be no supercross,no drag racing,no guns and roses,no hasselhoff,no baywatch,no moon landings,space exploration "well maybe a bit",the nazis would have won,burger king,pizza hut....

Canada has that cool psychic mountie detective,thats all I know

 

Hmmm. I thought this was an easy answer until I started writing an answer to it. Now I have to admit, that I don't know why that perspective developed as a standard.

abri

 

I love America too, which is why I had no hesitation moving here from the UK. Hmmm...now I wonder how we managed to get all this freedom and opportunity, as a nation???

 

By the bill of rights and the constitution allowing the people to let the government know when it has taken a wrong turn

http://www.aclu.org/about/index.html

http://www.aclu.org/safefree/general/17203leg20030214.html

 

I'm very aware of the Bill of Rights and the Constitution upon which the country I live in is based upon and I support. I'm also aware that nothing is as black and white as many appear to perceive it to be

 

Can we drop it now

 

The only possible thing Canadians could beat us at is hockey

 

I've said it before. I like America (ergo, U.S.A.). I like most Americans. I went to college in the U.S., and became a citizen of that great nation, (courtesy of my mom's side). One day I may return (be afraid!). Some of my happiest days, there.

Also a lot of thing I like aboot Canada and Canadians, eh. Another place I wouldn't mind retiring.

Just my two Pesos worth.

 

Can't cash those pesos here amigo

 

Im american but I concider myself a citizen of the world ( i have been to many countries) I think all people are basically the same everywhere.
but I have a special place in my heart for canada for it gave us the great band RUSH

 

And Lumber, and largest bay, Largest Lake, better and stronger Beer, me, Water, Size, non bleeped out tv, Pot, longest hiking trail, amount of lakes less prejudice and more.
We do lose in Polution, population, basket ball pluse others .
I'm glad we have hockey too.
Your Post proves with your angry smiley my first post.
Hope your day was as good as mine

 

That BAD huh Jazagod don't worry tomorrow will always be better or worse

 

Thanks BCGray for the chuckle!! Still waiting for the day after

 

So you cut down more trees, have more larger bodies of water than us, hike longer than us, and dont live in a racist society. And you have better tv than us.

Most of that isnt true and in fact, I never meant to say Canadians are inferior to Americans, meant to say that I hate Canada for having a better hockey team than everyone else

 

ok,
USA VS. Canada? Wake up!!

 

Hrrmmm, are we talking major breweries, or micro breweries?

 

Well most micro breweries are much better. Of course there are some that just plain hurt. There are though some very decent Major breweries that are worthy. Just ask Bob and Doug

 

Well, being an off and on brewer myself, I believe I make great beers. Though, you probably could tell from my avatar!

What are some decent canadian beers? I'm always looking to expand with what I've consumed. I've had beers from all over the world.


Errgh, I guess I'm hijacking a bit, on this thread...

 

If you really want my opinion, then I will give it to you, USA is better than Canada

 

Last time I was in Canada, I was wearing a winter coat. But, saw the police (mounties?), wearing shorts and short sleeve shirts.

But, then again, I get cold easily.

 

Your wrong!

 

Anything made by Vancouver Island breweries, Alexander keiths india pale ale(brewed since 1820), Sleeman(already mentioned), Grashopper, and warthog, brewed somewhere in Alberta, Okanagan spring, including many types of beer, the Cannery Brewing Co. (excellent beer), Um, niagra falls Brewery is good. Memory can say all the best, there are many. Some including 6% all the way up to 10%alc/vol
Whoo at the 10% , Krikey
Looked for a decent page to list all but most were just tourism related.
Hey, all the worlds beer, realisticly is good...mmm, I could go on with europs good beer.. Even down unders...or aboves?
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