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Yes, the United States has contributed much to the world.
No, you're not all simpletons and racists. Yes, some of my best friends are Yanks.
But you elected one of the scariest, vilest regimes imaginable to lead you. And then, after it was obvious to the world just how vile they were...you elected them again!
In the 21st century!!
Don't be surprised that the rest of the world can't bear to look at you, or take seriously your "Greatest Nation" fantasies.
You're like a beautiful, deliciously ditzy high school girl who turns out to be a run-of-the mill psychopath.
Your ancestors had some good days, but Geezus, turn off the History Channel and watch the news.
On the BBC or the CBC.
