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I thought I would open a thread for anyone interested here to ask questions from an American. :lol: Ask anything you like and I will try my best to get an answer. I can also try to explain sports that may seem to make no sense at all.
Just a few simple rules:
1. Please nothing about immigration because I have no idea.
2. I am not George Bush, nor do I have power of any kind. So no asking me to change foreign or domestic policies. :lol:
3. I have heard of Uzbekistan before, so you don't have to dumb down your posts too much just because I am an American.
4. No questions or comments about my family. :?
5. No petty name calling. :rolleyes:
6. Please don't write in Russian.
(I will add more as necessary)
Nevidimka
09-20-2007, 01:02 PM
OK here u are.........
My question.........:P
Why American family, don't use a lot vegetables in their food?!? Why do they use can stuff?!
PS: I live with american family and they eat a lot of junk foods.They don't cook like Uzbek people do! I remember , when first time i began live with my American family, they asked me write down my own list for grocery, and believe it or not, i wrote potatoes and another vegetables and they broght me them in a can.....:lol: so funny...:lol:I thought I would open a thread for anyone interested here to ask questions from an American. :lol: Ask anything you like and I will try my best to help get an answer.
Just a few simple rules:
1. Please nothing about immigration because I have no idea.
2. I am not George Bush, nor do I have power of any kind. So no asking me to change foreign or domestic policies. :lol:
3. I have heard of Uzbekistan before, so you don't have to dumb down your posts just because I am an American.
4. No questions or comments about my family. :?
5. No petty name calling. :rolleyes:
6. Please don't write in Russian.
(I will add more as necessary)
OK here u are.........
My question.........:P
Why American family, don't use a lot vegetables in their food?!? Why do they use can stuff?!
PS: I live with american family and they eat a lot of junk foods.They don't cook like Uzbek people do! I remember , when first time i began live with my American family, they asked me write down my own list for grocery, and believe it or not, i wrote potatoes and another vegetables and they broght me them in a can.....:lol: so funny...:lol:
Well this answer will vary from family to family. I would say in general it is for a few main reasons.
1. In the US vegetables and fruits that are available at the grocery store taste terrible usually.
2. People are lazy and don't want to prepare foods from scratch or are too busy. The cost of living in the US doesn't generally allow many families to have stay at home moms. I would say this is getting worse also.
3. Unfortuately the worst food for your body is the cheapest and sometime tastes really good.
PS. I don't think I eat many vegeatble from cans. I personally prefer beans from a can becuase cooking beans for hours is not fun nor is it an efficient use of electricity.
being dumb is a godgiven quality or a skill. that is acquired over some time? (not serious question)
if the second is true, how long did it take for you? (serious question)
- wsj
I guess this is why I don't usually open threads.
Пушкарева
09-20-2007, 01:42 PM
What is left to be asked then? :rolleyes:
I thought I would open a thread for anyone interested here to ask questions from an American. :lol: Ask anything you like and I will try my best to help get an answer.
Just a few simple rules:
1. Please nothing about immigration because I have no idea.
2. I am not George Bush, nor do I have power of any kind. So no asking me to change foreign or domestic policies. :lol:
3. I have heard of Uzbekistan before, so you don't have to dumb down your posts too much just because I am an American.
4. No questions or comments about my family. :?
5. No petty name calling. :rolleyes:
6. Please don't write in Russian.
(I will add more as necessary)
What is left to be asked then? :rolleyes:
Seriously? :shock: which particular rule is limiting you?
Пушкарева
09-20-2007, 01:44 PM
ok tell me: dont you guys get cold wearing flip-flops in winter? and in general, i get (positively) amazed how light you dress when its freaking cold outside.
Пушкарева
09-20-2007, 01:46 PM
also tell me, that "always on" smile, is it usually sincere or not? be honest :)
ok tell me: dont you guys get cold wearing flip-flops in winter? and in general, i get (positively) amazed how light you dress when its freaking cold outside.
Very good question. :lol:
The answer is people that dress like this generally don't spend much time outside. It is not like they walk or stand outside for a half an hour like this right? Anywhere you go is way too hot inside. People usually drive everywhere. So I think the reason is because people are in climate controlled places most of the time and only outside for a few minutes. Also, Americans don't have the same fear of cold making them ill. My roomate in college wore shorts and sandals for 4 years. :lol:
also tell me, that "always on" smile, is it usually sincere or not? be honest :)
Depends who you are talking to. At any business it is clearly not sincere. It is just "customer service" which I guess is supposed to make custmers feel better or something. :lol: College students, on the other hand, do generally seem to be happy most of the time so maybe they are actually smiling because they want to. I personally walk around with a scowl on my face at all times. :lol: And in pictures, people just feel it looks better to get a picture while smiling.
Пушкарева
09-20-2007, 01:50 PM
A smile to total strangers in public transport, street, etc.
Depends who you are talking to. At any business it is clearly not sincere. It is just "customer service" which I guess is supposed to make custmers feel better or something. :lol: College students, on the other hand, do generally seem to be happy most of the time so maybe they are actually smiling because they want to. I personally walk around with a scowl on my face at all times. :lol:
A smile to total strangers in public transport, street, etc.
Now that could be two things. Either they are flirting with you, or it is the best way to break an akward moment with someone you don't know. I personally would prefer someone smile at me then just stare at me. Now you have me thinking about whether I would smile at random people in public. Sorry I guess I don't have a good answer to this one.
Nevidimka
09-20-2007, 01:58 PM
why do they drink coffee so much?! At least how much for a week u spend only for coffee?!
PS: Even it is stupid question,i am very curious....:P
why do they drink coffee so much?! At least how much for a week u spend only for coffee?!
PS: Even it is stupid question,i am very curious....:P
Very good question. Unfortunately I have never drank a cup of coffee in my life so I don't know. But it seems to me that some people go to Starbucks several times a day. :shock: That must add up. Here at work only two or three people drink coffee but they can go through 2-3 pots in a day. Its an addiction like anything else.
Akamai
09-20-2007, 02:43 PM
Recent polls have shown that a fifth of americans can't locate the US on a world map, why do you think this is? :lol:
Recent polls have shown that a fifth of americans can't locate the US on a world map, why do you think this is? :lol:
That is scary. :lol: I have no idea how that is even possible to be honest. It seems to me like kids don't really care about anything and school must be included. Parents don't seem to focus their kids on school either and how can it possibly competer with a PSP or Wii? :lol:
Akamai
09-20-2007, 04:23 PM
Can you show us US on a world map? :lol:
Can you show us US on a world map? :lol:
I could probably handle that. :lol: Do I win any money?
Akamai
09-20-2007, 05:34 PM
what about Irak? :lol:
I could probably handle that. :lol: Do I win any money?
Пушкарева
09-20-2007, 06:26 PM
I can answer the question too. Because western work pattern differs significantly from that in many other countries. Here, in the west, people work hard (what I see around and that's my PPO). Coffeinne boosts up the energy and keeps mind working.
I too, drink at least 2 cups every day: one when I just come to the office early in the morning to completely wake up and the other after lunch not to feel sleepy. Sometimes, I have third at about 3:30-4 pm to spur my mind.
Very good question. Unfortunately I have never drank a cup of coffee in my life so I don't know. But it seems to me that some people go to Starbucks several times a day. :shock: That must add up. Here at work only two or three people drink coffee but they can go through 2-3 pots in a day. Its an addiction like anything else.
what about Irak? :lol:
I will save us some time here. We can just have a geography contest if we ever meet. Let's say I start with 5 bonus points since I have the disadvantage of being born and schooling in the US. :lool:
Akamai
09-20-2007, 10:37 PM
ok. then we can eliminate some tough ones like capital city of Irak, Iran
or N. Korea since you have disadvantage of being ruled by Mr. Bush. :lol:
I will save us some time here. We can just have a geography contest if we ever meet. Let's say I start with 5 bonus points since I have the disadvantage of being born and schooling in the US. :lool:
rosefire
09-20-2007, 11:56 PM
Very good question. :lol:
The answer is people that dress like this generally don't spend much time outside. It is not like they walk or stand outside for a half an hour like this right? Anywhere you go is way too hot inside. People usually drive everywhere. So I think the reason is because people are in climate controlled places most of the time and only outside for a few minutes. Also, Americans don't have the same fear of cold making them ill. My roomate in college wore shorts and sandals for 4 years. :lol:
oi, this reminded me:
during winter when it was freezing cold, windy and snow, some of my classmates used to come to class with flip flops and shorts:rolleyes: uh brrrrrrrrr:twisted:, I would be the only one sitting in the room with layers of thick jackets:lol::uups:
even now, outside is nice and warm but classrooms are freezing cold becuase of AC. even when it is hot outside, I always carry a jacket with me just not to be so cold, shivering in classrooms.
interesting, why people here are so used to cold, is there any secret? (silly question:uups:, but better than nothing.) if I knew the secret, I would train my body to get used to cold:D (sovuqdan shunaqa qorqamanki, 2 yildan beriyam organomadim:rolleyes:;))
oi, this reminded me:
during winter when it was freezing cold, windy and snow, some of my classmates used to come to class with flip flops and shorts:rolleyes: uh brrrrrrrrr:twisted:, I would be the only one sitting in the room with layers of thick jackets:lol::uups:
even now, outside is nice and warm but classrooms are freezing cold becuase of AC. even when it is hot outside, I always carry a jacket with me just not to be so cold, shivering in classrooms.
interesting, why people here are so used to cold, is there any secret? (silly question:uups:, but better than nothing.) if I knew the secret, I would train my body to get used to cold:D (sovuqdan shunaqa qorqamanki, 2 yildan beriyam organomadim:rolleyes:;))
To be honest I gt really tired of the super cold places in the summer. It feels like you need to bring a jacket with you even when it is 100 outside. To be fair when I visit your home state I am very happy to get inside in that AC. :lol:
rosefire
09-21-2007, 09:47 AM
:lol::lol:To be honest I gt really tired of the super cold places in the summer. It feels like you need to bring a jacket with you even when it is 100 outside. To be fair when I visit your home state I am very happy to get inside in that AC. :lol:
Shambles
09-21-2007, 09:49 AM
How would you describe an average American?
How would you describe an average American?
I don't think that is possible. For example, every question so far has not related to me at all (although I guess I wear shorts and sandals in the winter sometimes). I recognize that I am weird, but I think Americans vary more than most cultures. There seem to be some values and ideas which are favored by a majority, but I am not sure there is an average American. In my neighberhood the average person is probably black or hispanic, near the poverty line, with children, lower education, and generally politically liberal or democrat.
Shambles
09-21-2007, 10:25 AM
I don't think that is possible. For example, every question so fa has not related to me at all. I recognize that I am weird, but I think Americans vary more than most cultures. There seem to be some values and ideas which are favored by a majority, but I am no sure there is an average American.
I thought you can provide with an answer to any question, but it's turned out that I was wrong... :D
I thought you can provide with an answer to any question, but it's turned out that I was wrong... :D
I kept writing- look again. And it really is an impossible question.
Shambles
09-21-2007, 10:35 AM
I kept writing- look again. And it really is an impossible question.
It was just a joke... The question itself was tricky, I was just curious whether you can come up with sth interesting... Ask me whether I can describe an average Uzbek... I dont think I can, though Uzbeks are more homogenous nation than Americans...
Best!!!
It was just a joke... The question itself was tricky, I was just curious whether you can come up with sth interesting... Ask me whether I can describe an average Uzbek... I dont think I can, though Uzbeks are more homogenous nation than Americans...
Best!!!
I could better describe the average Uzbek's opinion on something better than an American's opinion on the same issue. :lol:
Qarama
09-21-2007, 10:42 AM
siz bilan bir kun "soccer" oynamoq maylimi? :D
siz bilan bir kun "soccer" oynamoq maylimi? :D
albatta keling! har seshanba kunda oynaymiz. yangi oyinchilar kerak. :D
Qarama
09-21-2007, 10:50 AM
albatta keling! har seshanba kunda oynaymiz. yangi oyinchilar kerak. :D
hehe thanx i'll be the new transfair from overseas :D
Charmed
09-21-2007, 06:36 PM
Maybe this one is stupid question but anyways, why almost every american drink cold soda with hot food? and why they never drink tea?( except ice tea)
benq35
09-21-2007, 08:05 PM
siz bilan bir kun "soccer" oynamoq maylimi? :D
А какaя разница между "soccer" & "footbal"?
SAMARKANDI!
09-21-2007, 08:19 PM
Do u like pigs or simpsons movie better? :D
Africa
09-21-2007, 10:28 PM
would you vote for Mitt Romney?
Пушкарева
09-21-2007, 10:38 PM
I have a question. I've been getting very cute and nice sticky labels with my address from some charitable US organization whose website I once visited. They send them as a courtesy and ask if I could contribute.
Last time the ask was for some children. This time its for paralyzed US veterans. There are pictures and testimonials of the people. And those dozens of nicely made personalized labels..
I am stuck....experiencing emotional discomfort...
a) If I contribute: 1) I would be supporting people who've been fighting; 2) As I am not yet in a position to make frequent contributtions, I think I would rather help needy people in Uzbekistan who do not have as protective government as american veterans do.
b) I would really want to use the stickers, but I feel guilt if I do so without contributing.
c) If I dont use them, I should trash them. But I do understand that the organization has spent X amount of resources to print them. They made the investement hoping to yield higher returns..
So what should I do in this principle and moral-wise tricky situation?
Moya sovest silnee menya i vremenami eto prinosti mne slojnosti.
Maybe this one is stupid question but anyways, why almost every american drink cold soda with hot food? and why they never drink tea?( except ice tea)
I personally never grew up drinking tea. Even if you drink tea it is hard to find good tea anywhere. I guess it is just cultural that Americans like cold drinks. To be honest I thought everyone liked cold drinks in the winter until I went to Asia. I couldn't believe anyone would drink hot tea in the hot summer. :shock: Soda is big business and an American tradition. I guess people love sugar. :D
Пушкарева
09-21-2007, 10:55 PM
what about my question?
would you vote for Mitt Romney?
No way :lol:
I have a question. I've been getting very cute and nice sticky labels with my address from some charitable US organization whose website I once visited. They send them as a courtesy and ask if I could contribute.
Last time the ask was for some children. This time its for paralyzed US veterans. There are pictures and testimonials of the people. And those dozens of nicely made personalized labels..
I am stuck....experiencing emotional discomfort...
a) If I contribute: 1) I would be supporting people who've been fighting; 2) As I am not yet in a position to make frequent contributtions, I think I would rather help needy people in Uzbekistan who do not have as protective government as american veterans do.
b) I would really want to use the stickers, but I feel guilt if I do so without contributing.
c) If I dont use them, I should trash them. But I do understand that the organization has spent X amount of resources to print them. They made the investement hoping to yield higher returns..
So what should I do in this principle and moral-wise tricky situation?
Moya sovest silnee menya i vremenami eto prinosti mne slojnosti.
Hold on Nezabudka, I am answering in the order I receive them. ;)
Send in $10. :D It is usually children's hospitals that send those out. Bt I guess veteran hospitals need money too. Those veterans aren't as protected as you think. They are used and thrown out. :( Just search the internet sometime for vet hospitals and see what kind of awful things you read. These are people with mental issues, mssing limbs, or unexplainable illnesses that are being treated in sketchy conditions. If they were taking such care of the veterans would they be begging for money by sending out address labels? ;)
А какaя разница между "soccer" & "footbal"?
See rule 6. Americans don't always know Russian. :D Supposedly I look Russian but there is no way you knew that.
Do u like pigs or simpsons movie better? :D
Not sure if this a serious question, but I will answer it anyways. The Simpsons movie was the best movie of the year. :cool: Spider Pig was an excellent addition to the movie. :lol: Generally I don't like pigs, but this one was excellent complete with theme song.
Пушкарева
09-21-2007, 11:04 PM
But this people were fighting? Maybe they did that more because of the military commitment that they once undertook, but still.... If you confirm the veterans are not only those who fight, I will send the money and feel a great relief.
Hold on Nezabudka, I am answering in the order I receive them. ;)
Send in $10. :D It is usually children's hospitals that send those out. Bt I guess veteran hospitals need money too. Those veterans aren't as protected as you think. They are used and thrown out. :( Just search the internet sometime for vet hospitals and see what kind of awful things you read. These are people with mental issues, mssing limbs, or unexplainable illnesses that are being treated in sketchy conditions. If they were taking such care of the veterans would they be begging for money by sending out address labels? ;)
Inspiredmind
09-21-2007, 11:10 PM
But this people were fighting? Maybe they did that more because of the military commitment that they once undertook, but still.... If you confirm the veterans are not only those who fight, I will send the money and feel a great relief.
bu oy zakot beradigan oy, pulingiz ko'p bo'lsa Uzb-ga send kilib, muhtoj bo'lgan odamga or oilaga bering,,
But this people were fighting? Maybe they did that more because of the military commitment that they once undertook, but still.... If you confirm the veterans are not only those who fight, I will send the money and feel a great relief.
Veterans were most likely fighting based on the recent history of the American military. Just remember it is usually people with no education and no prospects that are recruited to go fight. Some people have to make choices to better their lives and I do not make judgements because I do not live their lives. I am fortunate enough that I never had to join the military.
If it really bothers you then you can give to the children's hospital. I can't imagine you have any problems with them. I gave to St. Judes Children's Cancer Hospital. I am sure my $10 really did a lot. :)
Inspiredmind
09-21-2007, 11:27 PM
How exactly would you donate to people in Uzbekistan?
what do u mean , how exactly?>
Guardian
09-22-2007, 01:34 AM
Melo, thanks for the thread.
My question is, if you were driven out of America, what country would you chose to settle down, why? Could you also add the answer of some more fellow Americans?
Samimiy
09-22-2007, 02:04 AM
Very good question. Unfortunately I have never drank a cup of coffee in my life so I don't know. But it seems to me that some people go to Starbucks several times a day. :shock: That must add up. Here at work only two or three people drink coffee but they can go through 2-3 pots in a day. Its an addiction like anything else.
This is remarkable. You must be a Mormon :) Notice this is not a question, so you don't need to respond. I often drink coffee only because it's readily available both at home and at the office. Also, no matter how much coffee I make, I tend to finish it, even if it's several cups (yes, i am cheap. But I am not addicted to coffee. When I go to Uzb, i don't drink coffee and don't miss it at all.
My question to is: Why are Americans so obsessed with baseball, other than because of history? In other words, an answer like: We're obsessed with baseball because we always have been is not sufficient. I just don't see what's inherently attractive in baseball to make it America's so-called national pastime.
PS. Melo = Atpaint? Too many nick changes!!!
The Reaper
09-22-2007, 02:50 AM
Here's a question:
Why are Americans so freaking melodramatic?
9/11, and other tragedies turn into a show of feelings, emotions, stupid slogans, candle ceremonies, flags, hugs, etc. It's like a gay pride parade, and I mean it in a good way. :D
You'd think after a certain age, people are mature enough not to fall for this sh*t... I guess that's not the case in America.
TR
Kaptan-i Derya
09-22-2007, 04:53 AM
I have a question too, why americans tend to buy a car with super heavy engine in? Ok they can but there are extreemly heavy patrols for who's abusing speeding limits, i guess it was 120 miles on hour.
Also is this true that you cant buy gasoil from many petrol stations in us because gasoil engines arent that much used out there?
SAMARKANDI!
09-22-2007, 05:06 AM
Not sure if this a serious question, but I will answer it anyways. The Simpsons movie was the best movie of the year. :cool: Spider Pig was an excellent addition to the movie. :lol: Generally I don't like pigs, but this one was excellent complete with theme song.
Yeah, he had quite an imagination, typical american way of thinking.
Another one: Why do you like uzbeks more than kazaks, if not, why do you think kazaks are better than uzbeks, if not, why ?
also why do think it is better to be tadjik in US than being kyrgiz.
Thank you.
Пушкарева
09-22-2007, 11:20 AM
Or, a similar question that I would ask:
If you wee to be born again and the re-birth would be under strict conditions. That is, you had a luck (comparing to people from the poor countries) of being born in a prosperous country with all the convenience and subsidized food, and now you would have to try how it is being a citizen of a developing world.
So my question is:
Which of the countries with p/c GDP no higher than $600 would you pick to be born?
PS: Dont have a specific data, but I guess countries responding to the criteria are in Africa and Asia. Uzbekistan is $600 smth, I guess.
PPS: 1) Imagine if that were true. :lol: 2) I think a comedy movie with the same scenario would be good - a spoiled american is reborn in a poor country and have clear memories on his/her previous life. :)
Melo, thanks for the thread.
My question is, if you were driven out of America, what country would you chose to settle down, why? Could you also add the answer of some more fellow Americans?
Qarama
09-22-2007, 11:28 AM
do you think that in Roswell are Aliens or UFOs.
Melo, thanks for the thread.
My question is, if you were driven out of America, what country would you chose to settle down, why? Could you also add the answer of some more fellow Americans?
Generally Americans are in love with Europe so my guess would be most would pick some country in Europe, Canada or Australia.
For myself I have no idea. Right now I would probably choose Turkey. :D Do I have to tell anyone that I am an American when I get there?
This is remarkable. You must be a Mormon :) Notice this is not a question, so you don't need to respond. I often drink coffee only because it's readily available both at home and at the office. Also, no matter how much coffee I make, I tend to finish it, even if it's several cups (yes, i am cheap. But I am not addicted to coffee. When I go to Uzb, i don't drink coffee and don't miss it at all.
My question to is: Why are Americans so obsessed with baseball, other than because of history? In other words, an answer like: We're obsessed with baseball because we always have been is not sufficient. I just don't see what's inherently attractive in baseball to make it America's so-called national pastime.
PS. Melo = Atpaint? Too many nick changes!!!
Watch the mormon talk. :shock: The smell of coffee alone makes me want to throw up. Somehow that never enticed me to drink it. :lol:
Baseball. I was a baseball fan as a child so I will try to explain it. It's a simple and fun game at its most basic. Throwing a ball and trying to hit it is really fun. Children start out playing it early and it can be fun to play. I was personally always scared of the ball. :lol: I guess since people grow up with it as a child they learn to love it. And maybe more than any other sport their are very many components to it that you can be interested in. Plus some people are nerds and baseball is perfect for statisticians. :D
Here's a question:
Why are Americans so freaking melodramatic?
9/11, and other tragedies turn into a show of feelings, emotions, stupid slogans, candle ceremonies, flags, hugs, etc. It's like a gay pride parade, and I mean it in a good way. :D
You'd think after a certain age, people are mature enough not to fall for this sh*t... I guess that's not the case in America.
TR
I don't know. It's annoying. I would counter with an argument that people are melodramatic everywhere. They might not get the same constant stimuli like Americans. Part of it is also the commercialization of the US. Somehow people dying turns into a great business for anyone selling crap that has to do with America or 9/11.
ps I learned a long time ago not to expect anyone to ever be mature. Many of our forum users are officially adults by the way ;)
I have a question too, why americans tend to buy a car with super heavy engine in? Ok they can but there are extreemly heavy patrols for who's abusing speeding limits, i guess it was 120 miles on hour.
Also is this true that you cant buy gasoil from many petrol stations in us because gasoil engines arent that much used out there?
Americans love power and speed. I don't think there are really that many policeman around and it is usually just at special times. Speeding tickets are not that expensive either so some people don't even care about paying them.
That is not true about the gas stations. They are still everywhere.
Yeah, he had quite an imagination, typical american way of thinking.
Another one: Why do you like uzbeks more than kazaks, if not, why do you think kazaks are better than uzbeks, if not, why ?
also why do think it is better to be tadjik in US than being kyrgiz.
Thank you.
I have no particular opinion on who is better than who. :lol: Its more based on an individual basis.
Пушкарева
09-22-2007, 02:56 PM
where is an answer to my question?
Or, a similar question that I would ask:
If you wee to be born again and the re-birth would be under strict conditions. That is, you had a luck (comparing to people from the poor countries) of being born in a prosperous country with all the convenience and subsidized food, and now you would have to try how it is being a citizen of a developing world.
So my question is:
Which of the countries with p/c GDP no higher than $600 would you pick to be born?
PS: Dont have a specific data, but I guess countries responding to the criteria are in Africa and Asia. Uzbekistan is $600 smth, I guess.
PPS: 1) Imagine if that were true. :lol: 2) I think a comedy movie with the same scenario would be good - a spoiled american is reborn in a poor country and have clear memories on his/her previous life. :)
I would be born in Cuba. :cool:
Another point: we do not have subsidized food here in the US. Our food is probably ten times as expensive as food in the developing world. It is also full of harmful chemicals. I don't see any of that as a benefit. :lol:
PS- Are you calling me spoiled without ever meeting me? :? I would gladly change places with most of you based on what you guys talk about your lives and childhoods. ;) I don't believe I have the same opportunities as many of you.
Пушкарева
09-22-2007, 03:05 PM
1) "you" is a general word for americans;
3) http://www.yaleruddcenter.org/default.aspx?id=85
I would be born in Cuba. :cool:
Another point: we do not have subsidized food here in the US. Our food is probably ten times as expensive as food in the developing world. It is also full of harmful chemicals. I don't see any of that as a benefit. :lol:
PS- Are you calling me spoiled without ever meeting me? :? I would gladly change places with most of you based on what you guys talk about your lives and childhoods. ;) I don't believe I have the same opportunities as many of you.
"you" is a general word for americans;
In which ways have you been disadvantaged compared to people born in the US? I would guess many employers and universities favor foreigners over Americans for several reasons. I would also say that without superior education and experience it is becoming very difficult to get a normal paying job in the US. Companies prefer to move all production overseas instead of pay an American worker enough to live.
I would also say that culture, lifestyle, nutrition and education in the US is generally bad for children's development. Are you really sad you missed out on all of that fun? :lol:
Пушкарева
09-22-2007, 03:16 PM
Melo! Go back and re-read my post again. I was speaking of the global economic hierarchy. Do not misinterprete and assign personalities to my posts.
In which ways have you been disadvantaged compared to people born in the US? I would guess many employers and universities favor foreigners over Americans for several reasons. I would also say that without superior education and experience it is becoming vert difficult to get a normal paying job in the US. Companies prefer to move all production overseas instead of pay an American worker enough to live.
I would also say that culture, lifestyle, nutrition and education in the US is generally bad for children's development. Are you really sad you missed out on all of that fun? :lol:
Melo! Go back and re-read my post again. I was speaking of the global economic hierarchy. Do not misinterprete and assign personalities to my posts.
If your question is am I scared to live poor then I would say no. I think I could handle it. My life has never been very glamorous anyways. :lol: I am sure that I don't have the right look or lifestyle for movies. :)
I get your point. The idea of a middle of upper class American living in poor conditions would be hilarious.
do you think that in Roswell are Aliens or UFOs.
I am not sure if I believe in aliens. But they are obviously hiding something there. Supposedly everything is kept in Nevada.
I wanted to aknowledge my old college's brilliant editorial article in the school newspaper that is creating controversy everywhere now:
Taser this
F*%$ Bush.
Well put. :lool:
http://blogs.usatoday.com/ondeadline/2007/09/student-newspap.html?csp=34
ElenaC
09-28-2007, 05:29 AM
Melo,
have u ever been to Europe ? If yes, how did u like it there in comparison with US ?
Am still thinking about moving to US one day, as the mentality and the way of life here in Germany is too serious/conservative for me....
cheers,
Elena.
Melo,
have u ever been to Europe ? If yes, how did u like it there in comparison with US ?
Am still thinking about moving to US one day, as the mentality and the way of life here in Germany is too serious/conservative for me....
cheers,
Elena.
I have only been in airports in Europe actually. I don't think that counts. And I was also in Istanbul as a tourist. I am not sure most places in the US are going to be less conservative than Germany actually. Its probably the opposite actually. Most places in the US are very conservative. Not sure about comparing the seriousness of the two. :D Engish is one of the ugliest sounding languages in the world, but it sounds beautiful compared to German. :lol: So that is one thing to keep in mind. I would also say nothing can be wose than German music. The weather is probably an improvement in most places in the US. Those are the main advantages I can think of.
Octavarium
09-28-2007, 01:29 PM
Hey Melo,
Got a question here --(someone might have already asked ) -- unless you think it's too personal, who you will vote for in 2008? Dems? Reps? Who specifically? And do you, as an American, believe in universal health care as proposed by Clinton? Do you think it's something doable? And if there is universal health care, do you think it would mean that the US is becoming more and more leftist? (it turned out to be not one question but several, however, would appreciate your asnwers)
Hey Melo,
Got a question here --(someone might have already asked ) -- unless you think it's too personal, who you will vote for in 2008? Dems? Reps? Who specifically? And do you, as an American, believe in universal health care as proposed by Clinton? Do you think it's something doable? And if there is universal health care, do you think it would mean that the US is becoming more and more leftist? (it turned out to be not one question but several, however, would appreciate your asnwers)
FInally I have something I can answer. :lol: I will probably not vote for the candidate for either party. I personaly am against the idea of political parties (as it is throuoghly stupid, counterproductive, and very undemocratic). But I am also realistic and if there was a decent candidate or a terrible one (Guliani) I may vote just to ensure they win (or lose). Clinton is scary to me. Gulianai is the scariest of the candidates. Basically all of the republicans except Ron Paul are unelectable to me. I would probably not be for Obama or Clinton either (unless Guliani has some chance of winning). My personal favorites would be Edwards, Paul, and Kucinich.
The fact the US does not have universal healthcare should make it a 3rd world nation in my opinion. I don't believe it is possible in the US because there are too many financial interests at stake to change anythng or compromise for the good of everyone. That goes to all elements (not just healthcare) of society actually. :?
Darvesh
09-28-2007, 02:56 PM
Always wanted to ask you following question:
How come you participate in third world country's forum? I doubt that our discussions here are of interest to americans :)
bacha
09-28-2007, 02:57 PM
Watching foxnews I simply get mad of how they feed their crap as if it was news. There are tens of reasons why it happens, twisted facts, selfcensorship, offensive words towards everyone non-republican and etc. Does an average american feel the same way?
You will probably say something like `Oh, it depends on the viewer, blah blah`.
Second question. Why do americans think they live in the best country in the world?
Most would answer `We live in a democratic country, strongest economy and blah blah`. Stupidos, you don`t know what is democracy and what you have is not much different from what we used to have back in USSR.
Does an average american know that his country is the most hated state in the world, according to statistics?
`We don`t give a damn!!!` :)
And why some americans say they are canadians when they travel outside US? Does it develop complex, or the complex is already there, or is it a fear of being hated?
Melo, you don`t need to answer. It is just rhetorics of a person who doesn`t like many things about your country. And believe me, in my poliscience classes, here in Canada, poor those who say they are americans. They either have to take far far-left position themselves, or hide their identity.
Always wanted to ask you following question:
How come you participate in third world country's forum? I doubt that our discussions here are of interest to americans :)
Different people have different interests. I can't understand why anyone is interested in the US or its culture, but they are. :lol: And when I write in Uzbek in other forums they think I am making up my own language. :cool:
Watching foxnews I simply get mad of how they feed their crap as if it was news. There are tens of reasons why it happens, twisted facts, selfcensorship, offensive words towards everyone non-republican and etc. Does an average american feel the same way?
You will probably say something like `Oh, it depends on the viewer, blah blah`.
Second question. Why do americans think they live in the best country in the world?
Most would answer `We live in a democratic country, strongest economy and blah blah`. Stupidos, you don`t know what is democracy and what you have is not much different from what we used to have back in USSR.
Does an average american know that his country is the most hated state in the world, according to statistics?
`We don`t give a damn!!!` :)
And why some americans say they are canadians when they travel outside US? Does it develop complex, or the complex is already there, or is it a fear of being hated?
Melo, you don`t need to answer. It is just rhetorics of a person who doesn`t like many things about your country. And believe me, in my poliscience classes, here in Canada, poor those who say they are americans. They either have to take far far-left position themselves, or hide their identity.
Well I will start off with Canada is full of America's rejects anyways. :lool:
Fox News is about controlling peoples views, not the news. Enough said. Sure some people believe that stuff. Some people here on the forum believed that thing about cockroach eggs on the envelope glue. What can I say? :lol:
Well Americans believe they live in the best country because there life is generally not affected much by anything that goes on in the world. It is very easy to not care about politics or anything else when you can make a good salary and have whatever hobbies you want. The real world hardly affects Americans and their lifestyles. ;) So being the richest country in the world has its benefits even if people don't understand they are being screwed to make the rich richer.
People that say they are Canadians outside the US are losers. :lol: I hope they talk with a Canadian accent too. Morons that hate me because I am an American are as stupid as George Bush and the Fox News people. Before you hate me get to know something about me first.
Finally I am not sure if the average American knows it is the most hated country in the world. Generally when they go on vacation in Florida, New York, California, or Mexico nobody really shows much anger towards them.
bacha
09-28-2007, 08:41 PM
Thanks for the response, and one little note.
If someone critisizes you, it does not necessarily mean that he hates you. We say good friend speaks bitter truth.
Thanks for the response, and one little note.
If someone critisizes you, it does not necessarily mean that he hates you. We say good friend speaks bitter truth.
who is criticizing me? :shock:
bacha
09-29-2007, 12:36 AM
who is criticizing me? :shock:
It was told in general, and I referred to canadian american(by `you` I meant americans) relations. You said there are a lot of American rejects here, yet people here are very sympathetic about your people, country. Most of criticism is about your government, because even with Canada it is so stubborn, ignorant and selfish. Do a little research on canadian beef exports to US.
Here are a set of questions, answer them without help of anything. Just to make sure people are wrong when they say `americans are stupid`.
Which country is bigger, US or Canada?
What is the capital of Canada?
In what year slavery was abolished in US?
How did president Lincoln die?
The only US president who served more than two terms?
How many of these questions you answered correctly, honestly? :)
It was told in general, and I referred to canadian american(by `you` I meant americans) relations. You said there are a lot of American rejects here, yet people here are very sympathetic about your people, country. Most of criticism is about your government, because even with Canada it is so stubborn, ignorant and selfish. Do a little research on canadian beef exports to US.
Here are a set of questions, answer them without help of anything. Just to make sure people are wrong when they say `americans are stupid`.
Which country is bigger, US or Canada?
What is the capital of Canada?
In what year slavery was abolished in US?
How did president Lincoln die?
The only US president who served more than two terms?
How many of these questions you answered correctly, honestly? :)
Hmmmmmmm now you are definitely insulting me. :rolleyes: I graduated from high school thanks. :P I answered all of those correctly. I don't have 8 masters degrees from top 10 schools and a doctorate like everyone else here, but I am not a total idiot. ;)
ps. I have no idea about canadian beef exports nor do I care. The US shouldn't be importing beef from anywhere. Poor Canadians living in poverty. Should I also feel sorry for Scandanavians and their harsh living conditions? Why are we talking about Canada so much? Please stop mocking me bacha. I am not a new user and I don't think I have done anything to you.
kipchak
09-30-2007, 05:43 PM
Which country is bigger, US or Canada?
What is the capital of Canada?
In what year slavery was abolished in US?
How did president Lincoln die?
The only US president who served more than two terms?
How many of these questions you answered correctly, honestly? :)
bugagaga:)) Bacha jjjeeeeshhsshsh!!
bacha
09-30-2007, 07:57 PM
bugagaga:)) Bacha jjjeeeeshhsshsh!!
There is a video of Canadian comic asking US governors and white house employees something like `Should G.W.Bush also visit canadian capital, Toronto first, once he becomes a president?`. And none of them said that Toronto is not the capital, instead `defenitely` or `I don`t know`.
Atpaint, melo, I am really sorry if I offended you. I really do apologize. All the best!
Royal
09-30-2007, 08:12 PM
Решили провести международный соцопрос.
Вопрос звучал так: «Скажите, пожалуйста, только честно, каково ваше мнение о нехватке пищи в других странах?» Опрос провалился.
- Почему?
- В Африке не знали, что такое пища,
в Китае - что такое мнение,
в Западной Европе - что такое нехватка,
в Восточной - что такое честно,
в Латинской Америке не знали, что такое опрос,
а в США - что такое в других странах...
There is a video of Canadian comic asking US governors and white house employees something like `Should G.W.Bush also visit canadian capital, Toronto first, once he becomes a president?`. And none of them said that Toronto is not the capital, instead `defenitely` or `I don`t know`.
Atpaint, melo, I am really sorry if I offended you. I really do apologize. All the best!
Well I may have different viewpoints and a slightly different background then the people a comic would be interviewing. :lol: For example I pariticpate on an Uzbek forum where as most Americans don't know what an Uzbek is. ;) That should be your first hint.
Also, I am guessing most of the people that people like to make fun of have never left the country before. Do you think if you started interviewing the population of any country who had never left their hometown before that you might hear some funny answers?
To further answer samimiy's question I actually stayed up late last night to watch baseball. And it was very exciting. Something about baseball is very intense when it is an important game in extra innings. The game lasted 5 hours. I didn't watch it straight through (I went to dinner, and did lots of cleaning around the house during the game) bu it was actually very exciting. And Colorado won so that is all that mattered anyways.:D I wouldn't consider myself a fan of baseball, but it seems right now I am.
Black
10-05-2007, 04:25 AM
Melo what do you think about.
1. Iran.
2. Its government and leaders.
3. Its nuclear issue.
4. What should be changed in Iran (governance, leaders, etc.) (if you ever care about it)?
5. Why (regarding your answers #3)?
6. What do other ordinary americans (not politicians) think about it?
Black
10-10-2007, 01:17 AM
melo qayoqqa ketib qolding? Kelib-kelib men savol berganda yo'qolib qolishini buni.
Oh well. Have a good life everyone. Thanks for always picking on me for no reason. Hopefully some of you can grow up sometime and quit acting like 12 year olds here.
Буратино
10-29-2007, 05:44 PM
Oh well. Have a good life everyone. Thanks for always picking on me for no reason. Hopefully some of you can grow up sometime and quit acting like 12 year olds here.
What happened melo?Disappointed in Uzbeks?:)
Melo what do you think about.
1. Iran.
2. Its government and leaders.
3. Its nuclear issue.
4. What should be changed in Iran (governance, leaders, etc.) (if you ever care about it)?
5. Why (regarding your answers #3)?
6. What do other ordinary americans (not politicians) think about it?
Personally I don't care too much about foreign governments. I don't really believe in globalization or imperialism so you are probably asking the wrong guy. So basically I don't care about Iran or their nuclear program and if the US would just not interefere with every country' government I would be feel safer. Iran can worry about their own government. It's not my problem.
6. People believe whatever they are told on TV. Generally I think people look at Iran as an uncivilized dangerous country in the middle east (and they have no idea where it is :lol: ) . But, I would say people are not interested in further war at this time. That all being said Americans are overly patriotic and may be easily tricked into reasons for another war. The government in its current state can do whatever it wants regardless of what ordinary Americans think anyways. We like to call this freedom and democracy :rolleyes:. Just my opinions.
Пушкарева
01-07-2008, 10:48 AM
Have another question to you:
Why american females (all who I met) never wear long nails? They keep them cut very short and neat. Its not that I do not like it (I love it - fingers look sterile clean!), I just really wonder.
Only foreigneres wear long nails.
Have another question to you:
Why american females (all who I met) never wear long nails? They keep them cut very short and neat. Its not that I do not like it (I love it - fingers look sterile clean!), I just really wonder.
Only foreigneres wear long nails.
Not that I am an expert, but from what I hear having long nails is difficult when typing or doing anything with your hands. I have seen lots of American girls and women with long nails though.
Пушкарева
01-07-2008, 11:01 AM
I've never seen any. But the other argument is that americans do not do much handwork (household chores or any) as compared to women from other countries. And still..
Never mind. I just wondered thinking if you ever heard the reason from your wife.
I have seen lots of American girls and women with long nails though.
I've never seen any. But the other argument is that americans do not do much handwork (household chores or any) as compared to women from other countries. And still..
Never mind. I just wondered thinking if you ever heard the reason from your wife.
I always assumed women that had long nails did not do housework no matter what country it is. :D My wife has two problems with it. They break and that hurts. Secondly it is not practical in any way.
Magnolia
01-07-2008, 11:14 AM
Have another question to you:
Why american females (all who I met) never wear long nails? They keep them cut very short and neat. Its not that I do not like it (I love it - fingers look sterile clean!), I just really wonder.
Only foreigneres wear long nails.
or African-Americans...they wear those loooong acrylic nails...nasty :?
rosefire
01-07-2008, 11:17 AM
Have another question to you:
Why american females (all who I met) never wear long nails? They keep them cut very short and neat. Its not that I do not like it (I love it - fingers look sterile clean!), I just really wonder.
Only foreigneres wear long nails.
I have seen a lot of them with loooooooong nails:lol:, some of them are extremely long sometimes I wonder if they use their hands to do smth or maybe they can use as a fork for eating:lol: (just a joke)
the ones who work in health related fields, they can't have long nails according to job requirements. and also the ones who are raising their child, it is not practical to have long nails. that must be reasons. IMHO:)
I answered even though this question was not directed to me.
sorry Mr. Melo
Пушкарева
01-07-2008, 11:22 AM
I understand in terms of mothery and medical care. But as I said, because I never seen any young white girls wearing them and I observed a lot among schoolmates, friends, in the transport, among coworkers, etc. I wondered why.
But thank you all. Your answers make sense. Some do wear them, I just never saw those.
or African-Americans...they wear those loooong acrylic nails...nasty :?
I was thinking I see women with long nails all the time. Not just African Americans. Walk around any city and you wil see it. There is a very fine line between looking trashy and elegant with long nails I think.
Magnolia
01-07-2008, 11:29 AM
I was thinking I see women with long nails all the time. Not just African Americans. Walk around any city and you wil see it. There is a very fine line between looking trashy and elegant with long nails I think.
I dunno,I just remembered my previous manager who used to have ugly looking acrylic nails,bleeh..:uups:
I dunno,I just remembered my previous manager who used to have ugly looking acrylic nails,bleeh..:uups:
I hope I didn't turn this into a thread about finger nails. :lol:
MUHLIS
01-07-2008, 02:58 PM
Who do you, personally, think is behind frequent attempts to profile Obama as "not so good american" and "Muslim" on the media? Hillary or Edwards?
Are they going to score on "religion" stuff later on Hackabee as well or does it apply to Obama only?
Who do you, personally, think is behind frequent attempts to profile Obama as "not so good american" and "Muslim" on the media? Hillary or Edwards?
Are they going to score on "religion" stuff later on Hackabee as well or does it apply to Obama only?
To be honest I don't really like any of the candidates that will win the primaries. To me it seems like a big game between them so I have no idea. It's almost like they get together and decide what stupi things they will say next. I have no idea why anyone thinks Obama is muslim or what that has to do with anything. For a country that pretends to have seperation of churh and state they sure talk about being christian a lot. Also, I can't figure out what the president's religion will do to me anyways so I don't care. :D But people are stupid and maybe all this religion junk is how you win in US elections now.
MUHLIS
01-07-2008, 03:21 PM
I have feling that female, black+hispanic, democrat could have been the ideal candidate to win the elections. You've got Rice, but she isn't a democrat, is she? :)
I have feling that female, black+hispanic, democrat could have been the ideal candidate to win the elections. You've got Rice, but she isn't a democrat, is she? :)
If "minorities" would vote and they actually count them it would be ideal. ;) That's two big "ifs". :rolleyes:
Nope Rice is in the Nazi party I believe. I will check into that for you. :lol: She is what we like to call a sell-out. Its one thing when old white men try to take over the world (they have been doing that for centuries). It's a little strange to see a black woman doing it. :(
MUHLIS
01-07-2008, 03:32 PM
Old white men could have been much wiser if they spent their time, money, and efforts to find a cure for prostate cancer rather than ruling the world. :mrgreen:
Why some Americans say "Pop" and others say "Soda"?
Old white men could have been much wiser if they spent their time, money, and efforts to find a cure for prostate cancer rather than ruling the world. :mrgreen:
Why some Americans say "Pop" and others say "Soda"?
People in the East say soda and people in the West say pop. ;) Sorry, I have no idea why.
shaddow
01-07-2008, 03:51 PM
1) How religious americans are?
2) How arrogant americans are?
3) Do americans really think they won WWII?
1) How religious americans are?
2) How arrogant americans are?
3) Do americans really think they won WWII?
1) Not sure how to answer how religious someone is. The US is generally much more conservative than other countries based on religious principles.
2) What context? Like do Americans think they are the best. I would say yes.
3) Did they lose World War 2? I don't understand what you are asking. Are you trying to make the point that the Russians won WW2 by themselves? :rolleyes: How specific an answer are you looking for here?
_uSu_
01-07-2008, 04:03 PM
I thought I would open a thread for anyone interested here to ask questions from an American. :lol: Ask anything you like and I will try my best to get an answer. I can also try to explain sports that may seem to make no sense at all.
Just a few simple rules:
1. Please nothing about immigration because I have no idea.
2. I am not George Bush, nor do I have power of any kind. So no asking me to change foreign or domestic policies. :lol:
3. I have heard of Uzbekistan before, so you don't have to dumb down your posts too much just because I am an American.
4. No questions or comments about my family. :?
5. No petty name calling. :rolleyes:
6. Please don't write in Russian.
(I will add more as necessary)
1. Do u know Uzbekistan?
2. Did u know that Turkey is a country???
3. Where is Iraq? Africa?!!! Are u sure???
4. Britney is CRAP, agree???
5. Du u know Yulduz Usmonova??? No?!!! howcome? C'mon, She sings "Hech kimga bermaymiz seni O'zbekiston, adoying bulgaymiz seni O'zbekiston?" ;)
:-D
1. Do u know Uzbekistan?
2. Did u know that Turkey is a country???
3. Where is Iraq? Africa?!!! Are u sure???
4. Britney is CRAP, agree???
5. Du u know Yulduz Usmonova??? No?!!! howcome? C'mon, She sings "Hech kimga bermaymiz seni O'zbekiston, adoying bulgaymiz seni O'zbekiston?" ;)
:-D
1) I may have heard of Uzbekistan. It's near Afghanistan right?
2) I have spent more time in Turley than any other European country.
3) Most likely I am better at geography than you. :lol:
4) I don't really want to talk about Britney Spears.
5) I have been to Yulduz Usmanova concerts in two countries. How about you? :P
_uSu_
01-07-2008, 04:13 PM
1) I may have heard of Uzbekistan. It's near Afghanistan right?
2) I have spent more time in Turley than any other European country.
3) Most likely I am better at geography than you most likely. :lol:
4) I don't really want to talk about Britney Spears.
5) I have been to Yulduz Usmanova concerts in two countries. How about you? :P
C'mon, man, those questions were to typical american, who has no fuc*in idea, who the he*l is Usmonova, and why Turkey is a country. :)
ps. I have been to Yulduz Usmanova'S concerts in two countries. How about you?
C'mon, man, those questions were to typical american, who has no fuc*in idea, who the he*l is Usmonova, and why Turkey is a country. :)
ps. I have been to Yulduz Usmanova'S concerts in two countries. How about you?
The idea is to ask me questions. :D I guess if an Uzbek ever randomly asked me those questions they would be surprised then. :lool:
I already told you I had. Which two countries?
p.s. And as a native speaker I will let you know my lack of an apostrophe ('s) is okay. ;)
_uSu_
01-07-2008, 04:19 PM
The idea is to ask me questions. :D I guess if an Uzbek ever randomly asked me those questions they would be surprised then. :lool:
I already told you I had. Which two countries?
p.s. And as a native speaker I will let you know my lack of an apostrophe ('s) is okay. ;)
Wait!!!! im lil bit confused. Where a u from? Uzbek??? Uzbekistani???
_uSu_
01-07-2008, 04:24 PM
Please see the beginning of the thread again. I am an American from Florida.
WoW, That's great, :) i didnt know that, from now i am gonna lugh at u everywhere, coz i dont like americans. :) Beacuse, They (u guys) have great country. Do know russian???
_uSu_
01-07-2008, 04:33 PM
Hey, american, where a u???? Do u know russian??? why z world is round??? If world is round we can fall, no???
WoW, That's great, i didnt know that, from now i am gonna lugh at u everywhere, coz i dont like americans. Beacuse, They (u guys) have great country. Do know russian???
Yeah, great country :rolleyes:
Hey, american, where a u???? Do u know russian??? why z world is round??? If world is round we can fall, no???
Can you read? Look at the thread one more time. I do not know russian. :rolleyes:
lilbit
01-07-2008, 04:39 PM
melo, one question: what's the reasoning pf opening this thread???? You are such an open hearted guy who wants to help, or somebody working for CIA/FBI who wants to detect what's in mind of Uzbeks residing in US?
melo, one question: what's the reasoning pf opening this thread???? You are such an open hearted guy who wants to help, or somebody working for CIA/FBI who wants to detect what's in mind of Uzbeks residing in US?
I am a fairly helpful guy who is beginning to regret ever trying to help. :lol: I think Uzland has that job about finding out what's in the mind of Uzbeks residing in the US. Ask him. Basically I get tired of hearing the wrong answers to questions about the US and thought I could help straighten it out since I have been on the forum for so long. I seriously hope the CIA/FBI has better things to do.
uzbekcfa2
01-07-2008, 04:41 PM
why do you guys take him for an american?
he is from Osh, Kyrgyzstan. his real name is Aytpay.(kyrgyz version of hayitboy:lol:)
_uSu_
01-07-2008, 04:48 PM
I am a fairly helpful guy who is beginning to regret ever trying to help. :lol: I think Uzland has that job about finding out what's in the mind of Uzbeks residing in the US. Ask him. Basically I get tired of hearing the wrong answers to questions about the US and thought I could help straighten it out since I have been on the forum for so long. I seriously hope the CIA/FBI has better things to do.
Nu i DURAK, :)
Melo, Did u know that z Moon is one??? :)
hojiaka
01-08-2008, 12:31 AM
Why Black people in America have nightmares? :)
Maroon
01-08-2008, 01:08 AM
This is hysterical. :lool:
Melo, why am I cold? :lol:
SAMARKANDI!
01-08-2008, 01:15 AM
Why I can not see any UFOs and where do they usually fly around???
I will be waiting for ur response dear American. Thank you in advance.
Sincerely
International Student.
p.s. I will ask about Santa next time.
Samimiy
01-08-2008, 10:36 AM
Melo, my question is:
Why do Americans love dogs so much? Why do they love dogs much more than other pets/animals? Also why do Americans love dogs more than children? Actually I am not sure if this last bit is true, but they certainly show more affection to dogs than to children!
Melo, my question is:
Why do Americans love dogs so much? Why do they love dogs much more than other pets/animals? Also why do Americans love dogs more than children? Actually I am not sure if this last bit is true, but they certainly show more affection to dogs than to children!
Very good question! I have no idea why Americans love animals more than people. In fact, it is much easier to raise money for animal charities than ones that take care of people. :shock: The funniest thing is to see how much money and time people spend on their animals. Some people seem to replace children with their pets. Sorry, I have no ideas on this one.
Why I can not see any UFOs and where do they usually fly around???
I will be waiting for ur response dear American. Thank you in advance.
Sincerely
International Student.
p.s. I will ask about Santa next time.
You may be on the wrong thread. Sorry I can't help you with UFOs or Santa. They are more internationl issues. I heard Russians have a lot of UFO sightings too. Go check with them. :lol: I have no information. Maybe you can infiltrate the government and go to Area 51. They might have something there for you. :lol:
This is hysterical. :lool:
Melo, why am I cold? :lol:
Maybe you can communicate with _uSu_ for me. I have no idea what he is talking about. I would suggest wearing more clothes if you are cold. :P
hojiaka
01-08-2008, 10:36 PM
Why Black people in America have nightmares? :)
you ignored my first question :( what did I do ?:(
ok, here's the second one:
Why mexicans cross American border by two? ;)
you ignored my first question :( what did I do ?:(
ok, here's the second one:
Why mexicans cross American border by two? ;)
I was under the impression almost everyone has nightmares occasionally so I am not sure what you are asking about.
I never heard Mexicans cross the border in twos. Everything is better with a partner I guess. Also I have never seen a Mexican without their famiy before. Maybe they are just very family oriented and have to be with their spouse at all times. Sorry I am way out of my expertise here.
hojiaka
01-09-2008, 12:34 AM
I was under the impression almost everyone has nightmares occasionally so I am not sure what you are asking about.
I never heard Mexicans cross the border in twos. Everything is better with a partner I guess. Also I have never seen a Mexican without their famiy before. Maybe they are just very family oriented and have to be with their spouse at all times. Sorry I am way out of my expertise here.
Nahhh, you got the first answer already.
Second answer
Why Mexicans cross US border by two?
Because there is a sign "No Trespassing" :)
Alright here's is another one, What is the difference between Large pizza and black man ?:)
Rise_n_Fall
01-09-2008, 01:20 AM
Melo, it looks you understand uzbek.
And what relates you to Uzbekistan?
How did you find this forum?
What keeps you here so long?
thanks
Пушкарева
01-09-2008, 09:15 AM
Decided to post it here. Hope you wont be too mad at me. Thank you.
http://www.yahoo.com/s/778923
Melo, it looks you understand uzbek.
And what relates you to Uzbekistan?
How did you find this forum?
What keeps you here so long?
thanks
The only thing relating me to Uzbekistan is interest. I found the forum when I was looking up things about Uzbekistan on the internet and I stay because I have friends here on the forum now. :D
Decided to post it here. Hope you wont be too mad at me. Thank you.
http://www.yahoo.com/s/778923
Basically if you are not rich in the US you will receive very poor services. You have to love capitalism.
Пушкарева
01-09-2008, 10:20 AM
I did not get how do the two sentences correlate?
(1) Basically if you are not rich in the US you will receive very poor services. (2) You have to love capitalism.
I did not get how do the two sentences correlate?
Very easily. In most countries basic services like education, healthcare, and basic living needs are not big business made to make profit. In the US nothing is done without the idea it will make someone rich. I think this is generally done at the expense of poor people (including their health).
Пушкарева
01-09-2008, 10:49 AM
Right, that's why I am asking why do you say "you have to love capitalism"?
Very easily. In most countries basic services like education, healthcare, and basic living needs are not big business made to make profit. In the US nothing is done without the idea it will make someone rich. I think this is generally done at the expense of poor people (including their health).
~Atirgul~
01-09-2008, 10:51 AM
Amerikada yod topsa bo'ladimi?
Right, that's why I am asking why do you say "you have to love capitalism"?
Sorry there is a lot of sarcasm in that statement.
Пушкарева
01-09-2008, 11:11 AM
Russian stores-lada boladi.
Amerikada yod topsa bo'ladimi?
dauphin
01-09-2008, 12:09 PM
Do you really believe that Ron Paul can win primaries? Looks like you are a republican, did you vote for George W. Bush too? If yes, are you regretting now?
Do you really believe that Ron Paul can win primaries? Looks like you are a republican, did you vote for George W. Bush too? If yes, are you regretting now?
No Ron Paul has no chance. I am not a republican nor do I vote in primaries because I am not a member of any political party. I have only voted once in my life and it was not for George Bush. :lol:
dauphin
01-09-2008, 12:15 PM
No Ron Paul has no chance. I am not a republican nor do I vote in primaries because I am not a member of any political party. I have only voted once in my life and it was not for George Bush. :lol:
So why is that signature then? :D
So why is that signature then? :D
I have no control over what happens. :lol: I am just stating my preference.
Uyyonli
01-09-2008, 02:10 PM
I know u Ameeicans ;) Military made me American :lol:
But I still don't like baseball and football though :lol:
zumrad
01-09-2008, 02:45 PM
As I am still new in USA, mostly I am interested in US states.
If you could briefly describe top 10 states by defining them like clean, beatiful, etc...(u can define by specific charecteristics)
Thxs for advance:)
Samimiy
01-09-2008, 02:47 PM
Why do so many Americans spend more money than they earn?
I am not talking about the poorest people, but middle-class people who have household incomes off 80K, but feel they need to drive BMWs and live in a 2500 sq. ft house? I am talking about the college student who is broke but feels like s/he needs to eat out every day (instead of cooking at home), go to the movies every week and own the latest ipod.
PS. In this sense, I am becoming more and more american by the day.
Pilsner
01-09-2008, 03:14 PM
why do all americans like to introduce and advertise their wifes? :-P
Why do so many Americans spend more money than they earn?
I am not talking about the poorest people, but middle-class people who have household incomes off 80K, but feel they need to drive BMWs and live in a 2500 sq. ft house? I am talking about the college student who is broke but feels like s/he needs to eat out every day (instead of cooking at home), go to the movies every week and own the latest ipod.
PS. In this sense, I am becoming more and more american by the day.
I thnk that is what runs the economy. They depend on consumer spending. Look at Christmas. It is like your American duty to spend money.:? The idea being you will make enough in the future that your lifestyle should not suffer. I personally don't believe in this theory, but I think most people do.
why do all americans like to introduce and advertise their wifes? :-P
What do you mean advertise their wives? :shock:
As I am still new in USA, mostly I am interested in US states.
If you could briefly describe top 10 states by defining them like clean, beatiful, etc...(u can define by specific charecteristics)
Thxs for advance:)
1. Colorado- beautiful, clean, good economy, coolest city in the US
2. California- weather, natural beauty, ocean
let me think about the other 8 :D
Samimiy
01-09-2008, 05:07 PM
1. Colorado- beautiful, clean, good economy, coolest city in the US
2. California- weather, natrual beauty, ocean
let me think about the other 8 :D
Also, avoid states like Louisiana, Mississippi, Alabama, Arkansas, Kansas, Oklahoma, West Virginia, Missouri, Iowa, Idaho and of course, New Jersey :D Nothing much to see in those places :)
fidis
01-09-2008, 05:08 PM
what does white trash mean?
what does white trash mean?
It is a sterotype given to white poor people usually in rural areas. The idea being they are not well eudcated, not very accepting of others, live in trailer parks, etc.
fidis
01-09-2008, 06:48 PM
It is a sterotype given to white poor people usually in rural areas. The idea being they are not well eudcated, not very accepting of others, live in trailer parks, etc.
so does this term originate in a kind of a xenophobic feelings towards black people being normally uneducated and poor?
lilbit
01-09-2008, 07:40 PM
1. Colorado- beautiful, clean, good economy, coolest city in the US
2. California- weather, natural beauty, ocean
let me think about the other 8 :D
I would change and place California first and then Colorado or anything else :D.
The best state to live is CA, but it's so damn expensive as everybody considering it the best resides here :D)))) And it's about 37 mln people excluding illegals immigrants :)
I would change and place California first and then Colorado or anything else :D.
The best state to live is CA, but it's so damn expensive as everybody considering it the best resides here :D)))) And it's about 37 mln people excluding illegals immigrants :)
there are lots of negatives that make it number 2. ;)
I guess I left out Hawaii. It should be in my top 10 for sure. It really depends what you are looking for if I am going to rate 7 more states.
HustleR
01-09-2008, 11:04 PM
Also, avoid states like Louisiana, Mississippi, Alabama, Arkansas, Kansas, Oklahoma, West Virginia, Missouri, Iowa, Idaho and of course, New Jersey :D Nothing much to see in those places :)
Dude!! You shouldn't avoid Oklahoma thats for sure! :) http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Oklahoma
There is so much American Indian history tied into this state, if you wanna learn about American culture. It used to be Indian Territory 100 years ago. This year we celebrated The Centennial, http://www.oklahomacentennial.com/
The University Oklahoma's football team The OU Sooners possess seven national championships in football, with 1950, 1955, 1956, 1974, 1975, 1985, and 2000 seasons. http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Oklahoma_Sooners#Football
Here are some pics of Oklahoma City and Tulsa.
PS: of course Cali, Colorado, NY are some of the most beatiful places in US, no doubt about that, but there are pros and cons.
Question to melo: Why are Americans so ethnocentric? it seems that while everyone else in the world learning 2-3 languages, Americans stick to English.
Question to melo: Why are Americans so ethnocentric? it seems that while everyone else in the world learning 2-3 languages, Americans stick to English.
I guess the problem is everyone is learning english and the economy of the US is still the strongest. People are not forced to go overseas to work and if they do they can usually speak English in other countries too. Not a good reason, but my best guess. I can only speak English. :uups:
HustleR
01-09-2008, 11:42 PM
I guess the problem is everyone is learning english and the economy of the US is still the strongest. People are not forced to go overseas to work and if they do they can usually speak English in other countries too. Not a good reason, but my best guess. I can only speak English. :uups:
Well, its not only about having a strong economy, or having a need or being forced to go to a different country to work or study per say.
It's just to learn something different. Having broader outlook.
I have a friend(American) who went to Georgetown Uni. and because he studied international relations he fluently speaks French and Chinese, and we can talk about more things like history, cultural-ethnical differences, with him than other Americans i meet at work and in school.
Nevidimka
01-09-2008, 11:45 PM
Also, avoid states like Louisiana, Mississippi, Alabama, Arkansas, Kansas, Oklahoma, West Virginia, Missouri, Iowa, Idaho and of course, New Jersey :D Nothing much to see in those places :)
why New Jersey????????:twisted::P:rolleyes:
Well, its not only about having a strong economy, or having a need or being forced to go to a different country to work or study per say.
It's just to learn something different. Having broader outlook.
I have a friend(American) who went to Georgetown Uni. and because he studied international relations he fluently speaks French and Chinese, and we can talk about more things like history, cultural-ethnical differences, with him than any other Americans.
Yes but the main reason people learn languages is need or for some sort of benefit. I agree with you, but I was answering your question with an honest answer about the general population. I was not giving my opinion on learning languages. ;)
aldamang :P yolgon gapirish yahshimas:P
I know some Americans here who know at least two languages or more than that:D
hech kim aldamayman:P faqat inglizcha gapiraman, lekin o'zbekcha yozishim mumkin. :P
HustleR
01-09-2008, 11:53 PM
Yes but the main reason people learn languages is need or for some sort of benefit. I agree with you, but I was answering your question with an honest answer about the general population. I was not giving my opinion on learning languages. ;)
Well, i think if you watched Aliens in America,(highly recommend watching it if you havent, hillarious!) you will see what i am talking about. That show is basically making fun of American ethnocetricism.Which makes it an average American lack of some sort of standard thinking or outlook in comparing to other European, East European and Centr.Asian.
Where you can ask an average kid about geography he would be more knowledgable and would know more than 2 languages without going to Georgetown to study international relations. :)
Nevidimka
01-09-2008, 11:59 PM
why mostly american's family ( whereever i worked , all of my american granny's did it..thats why i am curious!) first have breakfast or have coffee after that they will wash their teeth ??? Ussually they do not first wash their face before eating something in the morning.,..?! :P;):cool::D
Black
01-10-2008, 12:52 AM
why mostly american's family ( whereever i worked , all of my american granny's did it..thats why i am curious!) first have breakfast or have coffee after that they will wash their teeth ??? Ussually they do not first wash their face before eating something in the morning.,..?! :P;):cool::D
Though I am not melo , I just want to share what I know regarding this question, I had arguement with one person in this issue.
I don't know why americans don't wash their face and hands before eating in the morning. It must be a culture.
But, I would like to talk about washing of teeth (whether before or after eating), as it does not relate only americans. Some people wash their teeth immidiately after waking up (before breakfast) and then do their breakfast and then go out (to school, to work), while others wash their teeth after finishing their breakfast, like myself.
General idea behind the washing of teeth is to keep it clean from the remainders of food and drink which can cause teeth and gum deseases. If this is the case, why should a person who just woke up and did not eat or drink anything should wash his teeth? Is there any reason for that? Of course, there could be only one reason, if a person does not wash his teeth before going to sleep, then he can wash his teeth after waking up. But in this case, the washing of teeth loses its meanning, because the food remains (bacterias and microbs) do their job with the teeth and gum during the night.
In case, that a person washes his teeth before going to bed, washing them again after waking up is meanningless, why to wash teeth which is clean? Some claim that some bacterias come out of stomach during the sleep and they reside on the teeth, that is why they wash their teeth before doing breakfast not to eat those bacterias again. I don't know how much true this claim is (bacterias coming out from stomach or lung), but even it is true, you can wash them away from your mouth simply by taking a water into your mouth, circulating it in the mouth (o'g'izni chayish) and then spitting it.
But, the main point in this issue is, if a person washes his teeth before the breakfast, not after it, the food remains stays in his mouth, and they (bacterias which in the food remains) attack and eat up his teeth and gums during the day, until he cleans his teeth late in the night. As for the person, who washes his teeth after the breakfast, his mouth stays clean up until he eats another food, thus his teeth and gums stay clean more than the other person.
Someone can say "Ok, the first person (who washed his teeth before the breakfast instead of doing it after the breakfast) may use chewing gum to clean his teeth". But (1) the chewing gum can not reach all parts if the mouth and teeth, and (2) it can not clean as good as toothpaste and (3) it does not have all necessary ingredients which toothpastes have.
Alternatively, you can think about washing the teeth in the night. You wash it before going to bed, not before eating your food in the evening. So the general idea behind washing the teeth is cleanning them of food remains. So it is done after eating the food, not before it (whether it is breakfast, lunch or dinner).
In this case, all you american grannys are doing right. Nothing to wonder.
Well, i think if you watched Aliens in America,(highly recommend watching it if you havent, hillarious!) you will see what i am talking about. That show is basically making fun of American ethnocetricism.Which makes it an average American lack of some sort of standard thinking or outlook in comparing to other European, East European and Centr.Asian.
Where you can ask an average kid about geography he would be more knowledgable and would know more than 2 languages without going to Georgetown to study international relations. :)
I don't know what to tell you. They would never let me anywhere near a fancy school like Georgetown. I would aslo say that it is not like the rest of the world is putting 100% perfect students either. :lol: It all depends on who you asscoiae with and talk to. I am guessing I could find a few Uzbek students that could not point out Uzbekistan on a world map too.
why mostly american's family ( whereever i worked , all of my american granny's did it..thats why i am curious!) first have breakfast or have coffee after that they will wash their teeth ??? Ussually they do not first wash their face before eating something in the morning.,..?! :P;):cool::D
I work with a bunch of dentists so I have some idea about this (but I am not a dentist!!) It is important to brush your teeth in the morning because overnight lots of bad stuff is going on in your mouth. Just think it has probably been 7+ hours since you last brushed your teeth and you never remove all the bacteria in your mouth when you brush or floss. Plus you probably breathe out of your mouth and this is bringing additional bacteria also. That is why your breath stinks I think. Brushing your teeth is not about making your teeth look nicer, it is more about removing bacteria. I don't see an reason why people would not brush their teeth after eating though. Maybe people do not like having bad breath. Also I think coffee is disgusting so I never put it in my mouth. ;)
I have no idea about people not washing their face before eating. It is the first thing I do when I wake up.
MedVed
01-10-2008, 07:05 PM
What is the general perception in the US of:
1. Lawyers
2. MBAs
3. Medical Doctors?
corsair
01-10-2008, 07:07 PM
Ask an American!
how its going? :-D
What is the general perception in the US of:
1. Lawyers
2. MBAs
3. Medical Doctors?
1. Lawyers are generally perceived as having no morals. Almost every politican was a lawyer at some point too.
2. People usually get their MBA after they have work experience to help them advance and make a better salary. It is assumed that people who want to advance in business will get their MBA.
3. I think being a doctor is prestigious anywhere. And it is very well paid. Also everyone always has to call you doctor everywhere you go.
Ask an American!
how its going? :-D
yahshi rahmat :D
MedVed
01-10-2008, 09:32 PM
What are the recent trends in the American society that you consider to be good ones?
What are the recent trends in the American society that you consider to be good ones?
I am probably not the right one to ask that question. :D There's probably something I like, but I can't think of it right now.
Ok I thought of one finally. I do like the change to more efficient and renewable resources for energy. It sure is taking a long tim though. I also like how most tehnology is created in the US and then copied by everyone else.
fidis
01-11-2008, 10:03 AM
do you know the process for a PHD? Like i wanna do it and have no clue what do. Is it like I gotta find a professor who would support my project, and then apply for funds at a university? hmm...perhaps there are some threads on dat..
do you know the process for a PHD? Like i wanna do it and have no clue what do. Is it like I gotta find a professor who would support my project, and then apply for funds at a university? hmm...perhaps there are some threads on dat..
Sorry I don't know anything about getting a PhD. That is not something I would ever have to worry about. :lol: I think there are other threads about that and several forum users who might be able to help though.
MedVed
01-12-2008, 05:16 PM
Do you think that American society is more ready for a female president or an African American president?
Do you think that American society is more ready for a female president or an African American president?
I am not sure. I would also not confuse the issue being that they are female or asian american. It is still about the individuals. It is assumed whoever wins the democratic nomination will be president so I guess will get our answer soon. :lol:
SAMARKANDI!
01-13-2008, 07:19 PM
How can I meet single mormon girl with unconventional interests ?
fidis
01-13-2008, 07:20 PM
I am not sure. I would also not confuse the issue being that they are female or asian american. It is still about the individuals. It is assumed whoever wins the democratic nomination will be president so I guess will get our answer soon. :lol:
Hehe...melo is apparently voting for the other party :D
How can I meet single mormon girl with unconventional interests ?
I'm not really a dating expert. Maybe you should ask someone else on the forum. Utah is always a good start to find mormons though. :lol:
Hehe...melo is apparently voting for the other party :D
I would not say that. More than likely I will not be voting.
fidis
01-13-2008, 07:25 PM
How engaged are your fellow citizens in the elections? sorry i am just bored...
How engaged are your fellow citizens in the elections? sorry i am just bored...
I don't usually talk about the elections very often. I generally know how most people in my office would vote. I have also found it is not the best topic if you want conversations to stay friendly. :lol:
Samimiy
01-13-2008, 09:02 PM
I have also found it is not the best topic if you want conversations to stay friendly. :lol:
True. Something like "How about them Nuggets?" is probably the safe way to go.
Question: Does America indeed run on Dunkin? If yes, why?
True. Something like "How about them Nuggets?" is probably the safe way to go.
Question: Does America indeed run on Dunkin? If yes, why?
That question could get me a little stressed too. I would like to see the Nuggets winning a few more games. :D
I think the northeast runs on Dunkin donuts. And it shows. :shock: I don't think I have seen a dunkin donuts since I left the northeast.
What does fin means?:)
Fin is a part of a fish. Is that what you are talking about? Or are we talking about french?
Fin is a part of a fish. Is that what you are talking about? Or are we talking about french?
A hint it has something to do with money...:)
A hint it has something to do with money...:)
sorry no idea
Royal
01-14-2008, 02:05 PM
Question: what country North of the USA ?
Answer: hmmmm...we need our workbook from school !!!???
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Question: A n' B was sitting in a chair, A left, B disappear, who is in a chair ?
Answer: various....letters and numbers, after three days , i told them: n'
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simple logic riddles they almost burn they fuses...
sorry no idea
Fin is five dollars,not all americans know that though!:)
dauphin
02-04-2008, 11:14 AM
I have a question. Based on what criteria you decide on which dental office to go? In Uzbekistan I used to choose based on price and little cared about quality of service. Here since my insurance would cover 100% how to choose among about 100 dental offices?
I have a question. Based on what criteria you decide on which dental office to go? In Uzbekistan I used to choose based on price and little cared about quality of service. Here since my insurance would cover 100% how to choose among about 100 dental offices?
I personally would choose whichever is most conveniant. :D If you go for the appointment and you don't like them then you can switch to a new dentist. Also, you are lucky to have dental insurance.
Samimiy
02-04-2008, 11:55 AM
Dear Melo,
Why did the Patriots lose the Super bowl?
I am looking for a short, original answer from you, not the boring ESPN (Sean Salisbury, ROn Jaworski and co.) kind of answer, please :)
Dear Melo,
Why did the Patriots lose the Super bowl?
I am looking for a short, original answer from you, not the boring ESPN (Sean Salisbury, ROn Jaworski and co.) kind of answer, please :)
I don't believe they were very good actually. They beat up on people in the beginning of the year and were winning close against bad teams at the end of the year. They also had an easy schedule.
During the game Tom Brady was bad and they were able to put pressure on him. That didn't happen much all year.
ULAUZ
02-04-2008, 10:28 PM
Hi ;),let me ask something about american people,tell me please why americans are doing a lot of stupid things in their daily life;
for exm:
most of them when they need take a leak during the trip by car,stop,go outside,take a leak right by the vehicle,
most of them (95% or more)are not washing their hand after bathroom,in the morning after got up:lol: & etc,
i saw those kind of situations not only in 1 place with the same people,unfor-ly in a lot of states with different americans,you know;
most of them they don't know how to cook something,but they like to talk about different kind of meals,seems like they know more about them,what did u said?ah?!
maybe my english not so clear, but i hope you can follow me.
thanks in advance.
Hi ;),let me ask something about american people,tell me please why americans are doing a lot of stupid things in their daily life;
for exm:
most of them when they need take a leak during the trip by car,stop,go outside,take a leak right by the vehicle,
most of them (95% or more)are not washing their hand after bathroom,in the morning after got up:lol: & etc,
i saw those kind of situations not only in 1 place with the same people,unfor-ly in a lot of states with different americans,you know;
most of them they don't know how to cook something,but they like to talk about different kind of meals,seems like they know more about them,what did u said?ah?!
maybe my english not so clear, but i hope you can follow me.
thanks in advance.
I don't know. I generally thought people were more hygienic than that. Not sure what to tell you. What do people in Uzbekistan do in the same situation? Wait for hygenic bathroom facilities?
Lots of people don't know how to prepare any meals. I believe they are called men. :lol: I thought that was true for every culture.
I was looking through the US embassy in Uzbekistan webpage today because I was bored. I perosnally think the embassy is stupid and worthless and was proved right again today. :lol: The embassy in no way represents me for the record.
http://www.usembassy.uz/home/index.aspx?&mid=850&overview=2251
Apparently they want to send tv crews from Uzbekistan to make movies aout the US, Muslims in America and terrorism. :rolleyes: Can we call it the "Borat" program? :lool:
I don't even need to comment much on USAID. Their major programs are Governing Justly and Democratically($5.4 million), Investing in People($4.3 million), and Economic Growth ($3.4 million). Thanks to that $5.4 million they helped Uzbekistan have a great election. Did anyone receive any of that $4.3 million from investing in people? Where do you stand in line for that? No wonder inflation is crazy for the US dollar. They are basically handing it out to Americans "working" for USAID in foreign countries to do nothing in particular.
Even beter they will open the base soon. Since they pay way to much already in Kyrgyzstan the chance to open a second base and pay the Uzbek government is a wonderful opportunity. :lol: Especially since they pay such little attention to Afghanistan anyways. Why not open bases in every country in the world. :rolleyes:
On this forum people seem to use quiet and quite interchangeably. They are not the same. :D
Samimiy
03-06-2008, 01:41 PM
On this forum people seem to use quiet and quite interchangeably. They are not the same. :D
I think it's understandable, considering most users here are not native speakers. But even americans confuse quiet-quite, they're-their, your-you're and especially, it's-its!
Question to you: Why do you think all the "reputable" news channels have become entertainment channels? Follow-up: Is this related to the fact that many people now get their news from fake/comedy news programs (Daily show, Colbert report)?
I think it's understandable, considering most users here are not native speakers. But even americans confuse quiet-quite, they're-their, your-you're and especially, it's-its!
Question to you: Why do you think all the "reputable" news channels have become entertainment channels? Follow-up: Is this related to the fact that many people now get their news from fake/comedy news programs (Daily show, Colbert report)?
I was under the impression that nobody was a native speaker. :D The other terms you used sound alike, quiet and quite do not. ;) Their meanings are very different actually.
I think the answer is capitalism. Everyone needs to make money by getting viewers. If it is not interesting than nobody will watch. No viewers equals no advertising dollars. I personally can't stand adv