I have NEVER seen anything that embraces my worldview as well as this!!!! THANK YOU, Rick!!!! If there was ever "Common Sense in a Nutshell" , this is IT!
THANK YOU Rick Steves!!! I have admired you ever since I bought Europe Through the Back Door in the 90's! You have taken your platform and risen up to an even higher level at this critical time in our country. Please keep it up- we need you!! Living and traveling abroad has completely changed my perspective on the world and opened my eyes and heart to so many people and places. If more Americans would get out of the country and travel I think things could start to change in a very positive direction. I will share this with everyone I know. Thank you for being such an inspiration!!
Mark Twain once said, “Travel is fatal to prejudice, bigotry, and narrow-mindedness, and many of our people need it sorely on these accounts. Broad, wholesome, charitable views of men and things cannot be acquired by vegetating in one little corner of the earth all one's lifetime.”
A must see for all those who think USA is #1 without ever going out of their state, let alone the country. They need to see what other countries have done and what works. Too bad our politicians have brainwashed some of us into believing we are the best . We could learn a thing or two from other countries, in addition to humility.. well done Rick. Something you need to view a few times to catch all the information that he has such a command of.
I think the US is the best place for me, because many other countries have laws that I don't agree with, and the US seems to have gotten many of those laws in my eyes. I don't think that any country is perfect. But I think that it's wrong that people are demonized for liking where they live, because some people like other places more.
@@thetrashmammal7389 The people that are usually demonized for liking where they live are usually the ones that are ignorant and naive. That have never travelled more than a 300 mile radius of their home. That have barely set foot in another state, let alone a foreign country.
@@thetrashmammal7389 Not wanting to live someone else doesn't mean you shouldn't travel. You can also choose to avoid those countries. The U.S. also has way too many bad laws.
As an Iranian national, I have never ever seen anyone to talk about Iran or/and other countries, their people, their culture etc. in this honest and clear manner. Thank you Rick Steve for your informative content. I appreciate you.
This talk is already 2 years hold and it is so vital nowadays. American society really needs to hear this. Looking from the outside (as an European) America looks like it is collapsing and Americas lost the ability to see it. Traveling would definitely bring back some perspective.
This is a great watch. I travel with my family and with students (I'm a Spanish teacher) so that they can appreciate and get a perspective of all that the world has to offer!
Steve, that was/is amazing! What a privilege it is for me to be here to take it in and be jolted, my sensibilities shaken, my person challenged to think more broadly, to love more honestly. WOW!
Just finished watching this video...and gosh, it is still most relevant as it was 4 years ago. THANK YOU RICK! Looking forward to your next European travels. God bless you
Awesome videos! I've been watching Rick Steves' travel shows for the past several years. Travelling has always been my favourite ways to see the USA and the world.
Steves' take away statement of this excellent set of observations: "In the USA, the government enacts laws that maximize the benefits to corporations. In Europe, the government enacts laws that maximize the benefits to the people". Think about that.
Magnificent presentation and eloquent speech. What an education from life experience and real knowledge. If only university professors, high school and elementary teachers could be a little like you to offer our children the possibility of being truly educated. The world would be so much better. Only ignorant, completely brainless people could have given a thumbs down. You are amazing, I love everything you do.
I have watched this talk more than once, it does not get old. It is so fitting and touching to end with learning about the whirling dervish. The placement of the feet, the contemplation as he turns, the positions of the hands and what it all means. I did not discover you until last year, where have I been?! Better late than never :) I envy the contribution you have given to the world with your work and traveling. Happy travels Rick Steves!
Thank you so much Steve, for this thought invoking, wonderful show. I just watched it on T.V. on WNED, and is was awesome. If people could just keep the thought that you ended with - The Monk=Dervish & what he said it meant when he prayed & became the Whirling Dervish, the World would be a much better place. Thank you again Steve for another phenomenal show! :)
I have always enjoyed your programs, Rick....but, this REALLY hits the nail on the head! This is such a powerful, well thought out perspective on our global connection as human beings. If only our "leaders" could follow this common sense approach to society and foreign relations. WELL DONE.
Really? Keep in mind that if travel goes down, so do his book sales. Travel is his livelihood. When someone pushes someone this hard, ask yourself two questions: Are they making money off of it, or are they part of an organization that benefits because it gets funding.
Plus, also realize that he travels with an entourage of people, not like the average cocky young person who travels today, who also thinks to be invincible. He stays in great hotels, not hostels, and probably rarely takes public transportation. I have heard him talk about how people just love him and treat him great wherever he goes. He actually eluded a few times that they knew who he was. That is not typical of every traveler. For the rest of us, we receive a different treatment. I do notice a difference in the country though. People are nicer there. But as for the cities, I notice how impatient and rude the business owners are. I have family there so I have also heard the comments as I walked away a few times, not knowing I understood. I'm not dissing travel, but I feel he was very irresponsible, making it sound like it's completely danger -free.
The lack of values of corporate America caused the inequalities and danger in Chicago my friend below. Everywhere. And if you buy into me against you, that division lets wealth win every time.
I really like watching Rick Steves videos. I love his attitude, but it's all a bit simplistic. Here I am working late in my weekend, with his video for company and he makes us europeans sound like bon vivants who work little, earn lots of benefits and are happy with little money!
I think for the storytelling it is easier to speak of Europe as one society. There is a big difference within Europe and between countries and wealth that has also to do with political instances and tax paying mentality or more or less corruption of the country. From North to South and from West to Eash there are quit big differences even between local regions and cities. But there are hard working europeans everywhere that make long days, like you. Greetings from Switzerland.
Very introspective. It’s opens my eyes as to, how other cultures view situations as well as how language means very different things. Translations aren’t always accurate esp. if one has no idea about the culture.
I do not have a passport. I have traveled some around the globe in the 80s, alone, on business, with little time to be a tourist. Yes, it changes perspectives. Today, I have no expectations that I can afford to travel to Chicago much less anywhere in Europe. Most of my friends are in the same boat. I suppose I could buy Rick's books about travel but that seems like rubbing it in that I am too poor to enjoy life like rich people apparently do. That is BS of course. Now, to the rich people reading my comment, when you travel as a political act and you expand your perspectives, what do you do when you return home?
At 1:03 Rick asks why Swiss are willing to pay such high taxes. In fact the Swiss tax rate is one of the lowest in Europe, and considerably lower than the USA. And it has a capital gains tax of 0%! The excellent infrastructure and social benefits are possible because of the effectiveness of a government mostly free of corporate interference.
You know what? I appreciate very much all your comments on going outside your comfort zone, and the fear that is pervading so much of the U.S. now. But, I wish you hadn't added the blaming phrase that most of the fear is in the middle of the U.S. where people don't have passports. That is part of the dialog we are having that is not helpful. And in my experience, it is not true. I have driving alone, in my VW camper van, all over the middle of the U.S., most recently September 2018. I did not find more fear there than I am finding here in NYC, where everyone I know has a passport. Same for when I lived on the west coast--lots of fear and loathing as well. I don't want to hear any group called names or blamed in broad strokes, or ridiculed. It doesn't help.
Yes, but he has an agenda. I used to like him, and after this I have lost all respect for him. He felt he had to do this because he has books to sell. Money before people I guess. I can tell you I will not be buying any of his books.
@@peanut3679 -- I can't presume to know what motivated him to speak out. I think it's possible he sincerely feels strongly about this, and didn't keep a perspective that would be perhaps more effective and helpful. There seems to be a lot of that going around. I don't think that going outside of your area of expertise in a public forum is wise, but if people want famous people over wise people, that's what they'll get.
Thats why you can travel only virtually on UA-cam until you guys also fight for more holiday as a human right! As soon as you succeed, you are very welcome here in Switzerland and I will organize a Cheese Fondue for you and your partner over here with a good bottle of wine to celebrate democracy, travel and friendship between US and Europe!
I’d like to hear travel tips for political travel to ...Seattle, “Capital Hill charm”; “navigating LA Bowery diversity.” “The Walled suburbs of San Francisco’s elite”
3:40 - We're still taking shots at the "deplorables" in flyover country? Really? I've been a fan of Rick for years; his books always in my backpack wherever I've travelled. But c'mon, man.
Did you really say sometimes you have to bomb them? Why do we have to bomb them? I like you man, but I think you need to start choosing words better brother!
He's trying to get the audience to lower their shields that conservatives tend to raise automatically. It doesn't mean he wants to bomb people, in fact this whole thing is about getting people to the point where they don't want to anymore. But by putting that in there it helps lower that barrier.
15:08 “What was the environment that made Hitler possible.” What made Hitler possible was the proliferation of pacifism among the intelligentsia in France and Britain on the heels of WWI. This pacifism spread throughout larger society and its leadership during the 20’s and 30’s. Its ultimate effect was France and Britain doing nothing when Germany reoccupied the Rhineland, or when Hitler initiated the bloodless conquests of Austria and Czechoslovakia. The atrocities of WWII would not have been possible without this pacifism on behalf of France and Britain (Chamberlain, not Churchill). Also, regarding the industriousness of the US, it’s easy for Europeans to be so lackadaisical in their lifestyle when they can piggyback off our hard work. The US is responsible the the vast majority of technological advances in virtually every sector of the global economy. We also provide military protection for much of Europe should a real war ever breakout. Europeans mocking our work ethic is like a 13-year-old being confused as to why his parents work so hard while he lives in their house rent free.
Hmmm....if travel goes down, so do Rick Steves book sales, right? My family is from Italy, and I can tell you, as much as I love the country, when it comes to service with a smile, I can't wait to come to America. People are downright rude in most of Europe...not just France ;) I speak Italian and I know what they say when I walk away. This happens in ALL countries, as I have friends from other countries who say the same. How can Rick preach safety when he travels with a camera crew, stays in fine hotels, and probably rarely takes public transportation? To me his preaching is irresponsible considering the thousands of young adults who feel invincible today. The ones camping out, staying in hostels, or those who apartment share. But again, it all comes down to the bottom line. I wish he wouldn't have politicized himself.
Rick Steves, better titles: "Travel as a Politically Correct Act." Too bad Steves could not have stuck to travel tips and feels he has to "educate us" along the lines of his personal ideological politics.
This is a very interesting speech, however, here are some points I need to make on current world events and trends: from a NON-GLOBALIST PERSPECTIVE 1. The Middle of the Country (USA) doesn't get OUT MUCH because they don't have jobs left to afford it. I believe that is the BASIS of their so-called FEARS and why TRUMP is bringing back businesses here from abroad.
2. The PROPAGANDA of today is not led by your "charismatic/Hitlerian Trump", but rather by your MAOIST LEFTIST GLOBALISTS like CNN/MSNBC/WASHINGTON POST/NYT.
3. You claim there can never be a war between " EU BROTHERS and SISTERS" FRANCE and GERMANY.....meanwhile, EU EMPEROR MACRON wants to develop the EU ARMY. WHAT FOR?
4. I will agree with you that EUROPEANS PLAY more than AMERICANS do. Which is why I have to work hard here so I can go there and PLAY for only TWO WEEKS/year!! How often do EUROPEANS get to visit NORTH AMERICA?
5. As for those "PEASANTS RISING UP against the ELITES," guess what the GILETs JAUNES protests are about?? That's right, the poor vs. the greedy EU POLITICIANS!!
6. Yes, the Iranian people are friendly and probably hate their Mullah dictators, but it is the MULLAH's DEATH TO ISRAEL/AMERICA slogans we have to take seriously since they're the ones controlling weaponry and their PROXY WARS in Syria/Yemen.
I have NEVER seen anything that embraces my worldview as well as this!!!! THANK YOU, Rick!!!! If there was ever "Common Sense in a Nutshell" , this is IT!
THANK YOU Rick Steves!!! I have admired you ever since I bought Europe Through the Back Door in the 90's! You have taken your platform and risen up to an even higher level at this critical time in our country. Please keep it up- we need you!! Living and traveling abroad has completely changed my perspective on the world and opened my eyes and heart to so many people and places. If more Americans would get out of the country and travel I think things could start to change in a very positive direction. I will share this with everyone I know. Thank you for being such an inspiration!!
Mark Twain once said, “Travel is fatal to prejudice, bigotry, and narrow-mindedness, and many of our people need it sorely on these accounts. Broad, wholesome, charitable views of men and things cannot be acquired by vegetating in one little corner of the earth all one's lifetime.”
Beautifully said
Dear Rick - You're the the true prophet of humanized travel.. Bless you!
Love love love!!! Thank you so much for what you do! What you do is so vital and so empowering to people that would otherwise be fearful. Keep it up!
A must see for all those who think USA is #1 without ever going out of their state, let alone the country. They need to see what other countries have done and what works. Too bad our politicians have brainwashed some of us into believing we are the best . We could learn a thing or two from other countries, in addition to humility.. well done Rick. Something you need to view a few times to catch all the information that he has such a command of.
Nailed it......OUTSTANDING, well thought out program. Our idiot leader needs to take notes.
@@doomcrew7227 how, he can't concentrate for more than 5 minutes on anything but himself.
I think the US is the best place for me, because many other countries have laws that I don't agree with, and the US seems to have gotten many of those laws in my eyes. I don't think that any country is perfect. But I think that it's wrong that people are demonized for liking where they live, because some people like other places more.
@@thetrashmammal7389 The people that are usually demonized for liking where they live are usually the ones that are ignorant and naive. That have never travelled more than a 300 mile radius of their home. That have barely set foot in another state, let alone a foreign country.
@@thetrashmammal7389 Not wanting to live someone else doesn't mean you shouldn't travel. You can also choose to avoid those countries. The U.S. also has way too many bad laws.
I have watched and sent this to many friends. Especially in today's times. Thank you. Thank you. Thank you.
As an Iranian national, I have never ever seen anyone to talk about Iran or/and other countries, their people, their culture etc. in this honest and clear manner. Thank you Rick Steve for your informative content. I appreciate you.
I'm really glad I watched this video. You teach important lessons that I wish more people could learn. Thank you so much.
This talk is already 2 years hold and it is so vital nowadays. American society really needs to hear this. Looking from the outside (as an European) America looks like it is collapsing and Americas lost the ability to see it. Traveling would definitely bring back some perspective.
This is a great watch. I travel with my family and with students (I'm a Spanish teacher) so that they can appreciate and get a perspective of all that the world has to offer!
What a life lesson Rick Steves gives us . Learn from him and broaden your minds !
So very true, a Steve. Learning culture, language and history makes life so much richer and we Americans have so very much to learn!
I can't believe I get to watch this for free.
i could listen to Rick for days
Steve, that was/is amazing! What a privilege it is for me to be here to take it in and be jolted, my sensibilities shaken, my person challenged to think more broadly, to love more honestly. WOW!
I wish I could thumbs up this video multiple times
Just finished watching this video...and gosh, it is still most relevant as it was 4 years ago. THANK YOU RICK! Looking forward to your next European travels. God bless you
Awesome videos! I've been watching Rick Steves' travel shows for the past several years. Travelling has always been my favourite ways to see the USA and the world.
This is a video I watch every year (it's on my travel playlist) to remind me of other places and people in the world besides my hometown
This is exactly what we need right now. Thank you for this.
Rick Steves is one of the best! His talks are incredibly entertaining.
Steves' take away statement of this excellent set of observations:
"In the USA, the government enacts laws that maximize the benefits to corporations. In Europe, the government enacts laws that maximize the benefits to the people".
Think about that.
Rick is right on. I just returned from Europe and I couldn't agree more with what he said.
Magnificent presentation and eloquent speech. What an education from life experience and real knowledge. If only university professors, high school and elementary teachers could be a little like you to offer our children the possibility of being truly educated. The world would be so much better. Only ignorant, completely brainless people could have given a thumbs down.
You are amazing, I love everything you do.
I have watched this talk more than once, it does not get old. It is so fitting and touching to end with learning about the whirling dervish. The placement of the feet, the contemplation as he turns, the positions of the hands and what it all means. I did not discover you until last year, where have I been?! Better late than never :) I envy the contribution you have given to the world with your work and traveling. Happy travels Rick Steves!
Everyone in America should watch this. Not just watch but absorb and grow from the lessons it teaches!
Speechless. Awesome. Far-ranging. Life perspective changing.
Thank you so much Steve, for this thought invoking, wonderful show. I just watched it on T.V. on WNED, and is was awesome. If people could just keep the thought that you ended with - The Monk=Dervish & what he said it meant when he prayed & became the Whirling Dervish, the World would be a much better place. Thank you again Steve for another phenomenal show! :)
I like coming back to this lecture sometimes
The story at 10:52 is really important to understand today, January 6th, 2021.
Patriots concerned for their country that's what it was. Anyone tells you any different they are lying to you.
@@rob13ism This comment didn't age well considering what came out of the hearings.
I have always enjoyed your programs, Rick....but, this REALLY hits the nail on the head! This is such a powerful, well thought out perspective on our global connection as human beings. If only our "leaders" could follow this common sense approach to society and foreign relations. WELL DONE.
Simply put: this needs to be mandatory viewing for everyone in the United States.
Really? Keep in mind that if travel goes down, so do his book sales. Travel is his livelihood. When someone pushes someone this hard, ask yourself two questions: Are they making money off of it, or are they part of an organization that benefits because it gets funding.
Plus, also realize that he travels with an entourage of people, not like the average cocky young person who travels today, who also thinks to be invincible. He stays in great hotels, not hostels, and probably rarely takes public transportation. I have heard him talk about how people just love him and treat him great wherever he goes. He actually eluded a few times that they knew who he was. That is not typical of every traveler. For the rest of us, we receive a different treatment. I do notice a difference in the country though. People are nicer there. But as for the cities, I notice how impatient and rude the business owners are. I have family there so I have also heard the comments as I walked away a few times, not knowing I understood.
I'm not dissing travel, but I feel he was very irresponsible, making it sound like it's completely danger -free.
@@peanut3679 Hey, I live in Chicago. Let's talk about danger.
@@georgegier671 that's very totalitarian of you mi amigo
The lack of values of corporate America caused the inequalities and danger in Chicago my friend below. Everywhere. And if you buy into me against you, that division lets wealth win every time.
Thank you Rick, very much for this.
I travel because I want to push my own envelope by myself . I love cultures and that’s why I broaden my horizons.
So timely
Thank you for all that you do Rick.
I've been watching you for years. Thanks
It was an amazing speech. I love his travel videos
I really like watching Rick Steves videos. I love his attitude, but it's all a bit simplistic.
Here I am working late in my weekend, with his video for company and he makes us europeans sound like bon vivants who work little, earn lots of benefits and are happy with little money!
I think for the storytelling it is easier to speak of Europe as one society. There is a big difference within Europe and between countries and wealth that has also to do with political instances and tax paying mentality or more or less corruption of the country. From North to South and from West to Eash there are quit big differences even between local regions and cities. But there are hard working europeans everywhere that make long days, like you. Greetings from Switzerland.
This talk should be mandatory to all high school students
This was amazing
Very introspective. It’s opens my eyes as to, how other cultures view situations as well as how language means very different things. Translations aren’t always accurate esp. if one has no idea about the culture.
Great!
Spot on....
Bravo !
... there is so much truth in everything you say!
Best wishes from Europe, and please y'all come visit us here! 👍🙏
True Viking spirit
Very worthwhile.
What a beautiful video
I do not have a passport. I have traveled some around the globe in the 80s, alone, on business, with little time to be a tourist. Yes, it changes perspectives. Today, I have no expectations that I can afford to travel to Chicago much less anywhere in Europe. Most of my friends are in the same boat. I suppose I could buy Rick's books about travel but that seems like rubbing it in that I am too poor to enjoy life like rich people apparently do. That is BS of course. Now, to the rich people reading my comment, when you travel as a political act and you expand your perspectives, what do you do when you return home?
I do enjoy the shows on Public TV Steve. Thanks.
He is such a knowledgeable person!!!! Why don't you people make him your next president 👍👍👍Absolutely awesome 😱♥️😱❤️
Percent of Americans with a passport varies dramatically state to state, from 68% in New Jersey to 20% in Mississippi.
That number is to high for Mississippi.
At 1:03 Rick asks why Swiss are willing to pay such high taxes.
In fact the Swiss tax rate is one of the lowest in Europe, and considerably lower than the USA.
And it has a capital gains tax of 0%!
The excellent infrastructure and social benefits are possible because of the effectiveness of a government mostly free of corporate interference.
Thank you.
Wow Amazing video thank You
Beautiful
omg that power stance
Rick u be a great USA president ❤
Wow, Powerful, Steve, Good Ttravel, Good Guide!!
You know what? I appreciate very much all your comments on going outside your comfort zone, and the fear that is pervading so much of the U.S. now. But, I wish you hadn't added the blaming phrase that most of the fear is in the middle of the U.S. where people don't have passports. That is part of the dialog we are having that is not helpful. And in my experience, it is not true. I have driving alone, in my VW camper van, all over the middle of the U.S., most recently September 2018. I did not find more fear there than I am finding here in NYC, where everyone I know has a passport. Same for when I lived on the west coast--lots of fear and loathing as well. I don't want to hear any group called names or blamed in broad strokes, or ridiculed. It doesn't help.
Rick Steves has politicized himself.
Yes, but he has an agenda. I used to like him, and after this I have lost all respect for him. He felt he had to do this because he has books to sell. Money before people I guess. I can tell you I will not be buying any of his books.
@@peanut3679 -- I can't presume to know what motivated him to speak out. I think it's possible he sincerely feels strongly about this, and didn't keep a perspective that would be perhaps more effective and helpful. There seems to be a lot of that going around. I don't think that going outside of your area of expertise in a public forum is wise, but if people want famous people over wise people, that's what they'll get.
Very well said and done. If America doesn’t believe Rick Steves, we’re all in trouble.
Don't forget architecture !
I wish about this...
👍👍👍👍👍👍
Americans would be able to travel more if we could get off work, employers don’t give us months off for vacation
Thats why you can travel only virtually on UA-cam until you guys also fight for more holiday as a human right! As soon as you succeed, you are very welcome here in Switzerland and I will organize a Cheese Fondue for you and your partner over here with a good bottle of wine to celebrate democracy, travel and friendship between US and Europe!
His talk about the police state clearly demonstrates the state of Russian government
50:40 Iran had the freedom treatment from USA
I’d like to hear travel tips for political travel to ...Seattle, “Capital Hill charm”; “navigating LA Bowery diversity.” “The Walled suburbs of San Francisco’s elite”
No, you're referring to a dangerous, unstable country. Probably not advisable to go there.
Very Nice, would you be interested in using my music for free? Good work!
22:19 yes they have entitlements. but they more than pay for them through their taxes. Americans are repulsed at the idea of increased taxes
Two third of refugees are in developing countries. Turkey, Lebanon, and Iran are the first ones!
Oh Rick, if you could have only looked forward in time to see the grift of Brexit & Ukraine in March 2022…💔
3:40 - We're still taking shots at the "deplorables" in flyover country? Really? I've been a fan of Rick for years; his books always in my backpack wherever I've travelled. But c'mon, man.
He was very respectful. But he's explaining the situation fairly
Did you really say sometimes you have to bomb them? Why do we have to bomb them? I like you man, but I think you need to start choosing words better brother!
He's trying to get the audience to lower their shields that conservatives tend to raise automatically. It doesn't mean he wants to bomb people, in fact this whole thing is about getting people to the point where they don't want to anymore. But by putting that in there it helps lower that barrier.
15:08 “What was the environment that made Hitler possible.” What made Hitler possible was the proliferation of pacifism among the intelligentsia in France and Britain on the heels of WWI. This pacifism spread throughout larger society and its leadership during the 20’s and 30’s. Its ultimate effect was France and Britain doing nothing when Germany reoccupied the Rhineland, or when Hitler initiated the bloodless conquests of Austria and Czechoslovakia. The atrocities of WWII would not have been possible without this pacifism on behalf of France and Britain (Chamberlain, not Churchill).
Also, regarding the industriousness of the US, it’s easy for Europeans to be so lackadaisical in their lifestyle when they can piggyback off our hard work. The US is responsible the the vast majority of technological advances in virtually every sector of the global economy. We also provide military protection for much of Europe should a real war ever breakout. Europeans mocking our work ethic is like a 13-year-old being confused as to why his parents work so hard while he lives in their house rent free.
Hmmm....if travel goes down, so do Rick Steves book sales, right?
My family is from Italy, and I can tell you, as much as I love the country, when it comes to service with a smile, I can't wait to come to America. People are downright rude in most of Europe...not just France ;) I speak Italian and I know what they say when I walk away. This happens in ALL countries, as I have friends from other countries who say the same.
How can Rick preach safety when he travels with a camera crew, stays in fine hotels, and probably rarely takes public transportation? To me his preaching is irresponsible considering the thousands of young adults who feel invincible today. The ones camping out, staying in hostels, or those who apartment share.
But again, it all comes down to the bottom line. I wish he wouldn't have politicized himself.
Rick Steves, better titles: "Travel as a Politically Correct Act." Too bad Steves could not have stuck to travel tips and feels he has to "educate us" along the lines of his personal ideological politics.
Please do not travel to certain parts...A couple tried to prove all people are nice and were brutally beaten and stabbed. I travel but be wise.
That can happen in the US too ..
At least you thought it was important to say that. I found this video very irresponsible on his part.
Where? Some part of New Orleans, was it?
This is a very interesting speech, however, here are some points I need to make on current world events and trends: from a NON-GLOBALIST PERSPECTIVE
1. The Middle of the Country (USA) doesn't get OUT MUCH because they don't have jobs left to afford it.
I believe that is the BASIS of their so-called FEARS and why TRUMP is bringing back businesses here from abroad.
2. The PROPAGANDA of today is not led by your "charismatic/Hitlerian Trump", but rather by your MAOIST LEFTIST GLOBALISTS like CNN/MSNBC/WASHINGTON POST/NYT.
3. You claim there can never be a war between " EU BROTHERS and SISTERS" FRANCE and GERMANY.....meanwhile, EU EMPEROR MACRON wants to develop the EU ARMY. WHAT FOR?
4. I will agree with you that EUROPEANS PLAY more than AMERICANS do.
Which is why I have to work hard here so I can go there and PLAY for only TWO WEEKS/year!!
How often do EUROPEANS get to visit NORTH AMERICA?
5. As for those "PEASANTS RISING UP against the ELITES," guess what the GILETs JAUNES protests are about?? That's right, the poor vs. the greedy EU POLITICIANS!!
6. Yes, the Iranian people are friendly and probably hate their Mullah dictators, but it is the MULLAH's DEATH TO ISRAEL/AMERICA slogans we have to take seriously since they're the ones controlling weaponry and their PROXY WARS in Syria/Yemen.