For starters, you could re-read the original post by Scarlett. And that is just, the greatness of one state, Texas. Truly you jest about not knowing about the positives that come with being an American!

We, Americans, are the people that people love to hate. We are used to the criticism and nasty remarks by others from all over the world. Some are bothered by these comments. I, on the other hand, find them ignorant, but amusing.