[Mikey_Wolf]

Waste_Gate, with all respect you appear from where I sit to have a chip on your shoulder.

As was pointed out before, America is not the only country that is despised by some nations, the only reason its got to you would appear to be because of how deep your patriotism runs. At any time, a country is little more than ground under your feet. Many people the world over could do well to remember that. Patriotism in my view is an illusion and a construct which can "pull the wool over our eyes" and can be a great excuse to not find ways to improve. A very conservative attitude indeed.

America has its flaws in abundance, having a huge military does not make you the bees knees its not about how many guns you have, not anymore, the world has at least attempted to move on from there, but if that is how you feel "oh we'll take our toys and go home. See how you fare without us." Then, if I were a ruler, my attitude would be "suit yourself". No one country has a right to call the shots and lay down the law to others.

I like America its a fantastic place with many accomplishments, but to expect to be adored and awed by everybody all the time, its just not going to happen mate. If you really want the hornets to keep away from you, ya don't poke the hive with a stick. Which you've pretty much done here. Unintentionally as you say.