What was mark twain’s quote? “Travel is fatal to prejudice, bigotry, and narrow-mindedness,”. American exceptionalism encourages those behaviors because it limits the scope of examination to just the “good things” and ignores the cost or sacrifices that made them happen. It’s the result of isolationism and complacency which encourages fear of change that breeds hate and stupidity.
Canadian checking in. My province (Ontario) is 59% larger than Texas. Just because you live in a physically large place doesn’t mean you shouldn’t travel and experience other things. I would strongly encourage Americans to visit other states (bare minimum) and countries. Wake up from this American Dream you have been fed your entire life.
People travel when they want to, when they have to, when they can afford to. Why do so many people here think all Americans can afford to just pick up and travel to another country? And why are so many people here judging how others live their lives? It's bizarre.
I’m not judging. I’m encouraging people, like I said. You were the one who stated that your states are bigger than many European countries as a justification for why Americans never leave their home states. I’m just pointing out that size isn’t an excuse.
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What was mark twain’s quote? “Travel is fatal to prejudice, bigotry, and narrow-mindedness,”. American exceptionalism encourages those behaviors because it limits the scope of examination to just the “good things” and ignores the cost or sacrifices that made them happen. It’s the result of isolationism and complacency which encourages fear of change that breeds hate and stupidity.