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Originally Posted by Moejoe
I believe the cultural divide between Europe and America has a lot to do with recent debates, and the stances taken on both sides. Citizens of both cultures by their very surroundings have trouble understanding the mores and societal norms of the other.
As a British Citizen and a European, some of the views expressed are so abhorrent by European standards that it's hard not to respond in kind. But I would expect that the views that travel in the opposite direction have just as much of an effect on American citizens.
The question remains, how do you heal such a cultural chasm between two distinct cultures? Can it be healed? Should it?
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Well, it's perfectly clear that you are
hopelessly confused and need to be enlightened so that you can understand what's
really good for you!
After all, those views aren't your fault -- you can't help having been raised a European, right?
I'm not sure how to heal such a cultural chasm. But perhaps some respectful explanation (and even debate) of positions might help...
Xenophon