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Non-Americans who have been to the US.. What is the weirdest thing about America that Americans don't realize is weird? (self.asklemmy)

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[–] [email protected] 114 points 4 months ago (13 children)

American flags everywhere. Like EVERYWHERE. I get a bit of national pride but holy crap, every other house in the street is flying a flag, clothing has flag patterns, bumper sticker American flag, it's everywhere. And no, it wasn't even close to July 4.

It's like Americans are afraid they might forget what country they're in if they aren't in sight of a flag at all times.

[–] Hikermick 17 points 4 months ago (2 children)

Low effort patriotism

[–] [email protected] 11 points 4 months ago

Fragile nationality

[–] [email protected] -4 points 4 months ago

like there is a good kind

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