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Ibnsenge Joined Fri 12/27/13 Posts: 27	Sat 01/04/14 11:16 AM Edited by Ibnsenge on Sat 01/04/14 11:17 AM
TO BE AN AMERICAN: "It is not my right to be common -- if I can. I seek opportunity -- not security. I want to take the calculated risk; to dream and build, to fail and succedd. I refuse to barted incentive for a dole. I prefer the challenges of life to the guaranteed existence; the thrill of fulfillment to the stale calm of Utopia. I will not trade freedom for benefice nor my dignity for a handout. I will never cower before any master nor bend to any threat. It is my heritage to stand erect, proud and unafriad; to think and act for myself, enjoy the benefit of my creations and to face the world boldly and say, this I have done. All this is what it means to be an American. I do not choose to be common" --- said by Dean Alfange, Cornell University. Now, here comes a question: "What does it means to be a Nationality of yours? ? ? Proof and be proud of your Country!!!

Dodo_David Joined Fri 08/13/10 Posts: 48947	Sat 01/04/14 11:19 AM
I am Melmacian. Enough said.

msharmony Joined Mon 08/31/09 Posts: 61041	Sat 01/04/14 11:20 AM Edited by msharmony on Sat 01/04/14 11:21 AM
it means I was born in AMerica,, being 'american' there are thousands of types of 'americans' none more or less American than the next,, however,,, being a decent human means caring about others and reaching out to others and doing our best to do no harm to others being an ADULT means to be responsible and accountable to ourselves and our loved ones,,, I must choose to try to be the latter two, I was born the former without any personal effort or personal choice on my part

larsson71 Joined Fri 09/20/13 Posts: 2204	Sat 01/04/14 11:45 AM
I'm Scottish and a proud Scotsman! My mates and people I know are proud also, but are different in their own ways. The same as Americans? All different types of personalities and beliefs, but united in their pride for their nation! That speech from that guy was his interpretation of what it means to be American, but any other Americans view would be different, but still their proud statement.

ridewytepony Joined Sun 04/14/13 Posts: 3697	Sat 01/04/14 12:08 PM Edited by ridewytepony on Sat 01/04/14 12:09 PM
I have a conflicting heritage Im Britsh and Scottish The Engish part likes to drink but the Scottish never wants to pay for it.

lionsbrew Joined Tue 08/22/06 Posts: 14232	Sat 01/04/14 12:18 PM
I had thought of a long winded comment about what being American means to me but I can sum it up without a wall of text. To me being American is being free to choose my own path in life to walk and to believe what I want to believe without persecution.

larsson71 Joined Fri 09/20/13 Posts: 2204	Sat 01/04/14 12:18 PM
I have a conflicting heritage Im Britsh and Scottish The Engish part likes to drink but the Scottish never wants to pay for it. That's cos yer English part has a drink problem? 2 hands and 1 mouth! The Scottish part is because your jeans are 6 years old and your pockets are brand new Pony?

Viper1j Joined Tue 12/04/12 Posts: 803	Sat 01/04/14 01:16 PM Edited by Viper1j on Sat 01/04/14 01:19 PM
it means I was born in AMerica,, being 'american' there are thousands of types of 'americans' none more or less American than the next,, however,,, being a decent human means caring about others and reaching out to others and doing our best to do no harm to others being an ADULT means to be responsible and accountable to ourselves and our loved ones,,, I must choose to try to be the latter two, I was born the former without any personal effort or personal choice on my part Saying "thousands of types of 'americans'none more or less American than the next,,", is like saying all painters are Rembrandts. To be an American is to be a patriot. This is the only country on the planet, where the citizenry not only has a right to question their government, but has a duty to do so. Unlike every other country on the planet, we don't pledge allegiance to a King or a Queen, or a Royal Family, but to an ideal, the Constitution Of the United States. To be an American, is to swear an oath to defend the Constitution against ALL enemies, foreign AND domestic. That means if even you find a own father to be a traitor, you turn him over. It's a tough standard, and not everyone can live up to it. But then, not everyone can be an American.

larsson71 Joined Fri 09/20/13 Posts: 2204	Sat 01/04/14 01:37 PM
it means I was born in AMerica,, being 'american' there are thousands of types of 'americans' none more or less American than the next,, however,,, being a decent human means caring about others and reaching out to others and doing our best to do no harm to others being an ADULT means to be responsible and accountable to ourselves and our loved ones,,, I must choose to try to be the latter two, I was born the former without any personal effort or personal choice on my part Saying "thousands of types of 'americans'none more or less American than the next,,", is like saying all painters are Rembrandts. To be an American is to be a patriot. This is the only country on the planet, where the citizenry not only has a right to question their government, but has a duty to do so. Unlike every other country on the planet, we don't pledge allegiance to a King or a Queen, or a Royal Family, but to an ideal, the Constitution Of the United States. To be an American, is to swear an oath to defend the Constitution against ALL enemies, foreign AND domestic. That means if even you find a own father to be a traitor, you turn him over. It's a tough standard, and not everyone can live up to it. But then, not everyone can be an American. Think you should do your homework on your way off the mark views my friend? I'm Scottish 1st and British 2nd. We don't have to swear allegiance to a Queen, or Royal Family. You'd be surprised how many people can't stand them, myself included, or our government either and we can speak out against them over here also. Germany, France, Spain, Italy, Denmark, Holland, etc, are the same also. We have freedom over here, just like in the States!

msharmony Joined Mon 08/31/09 Posts: 61041	Sat 01/04/14 02:10 PM
it means I was born in AMerica,, being 'american' there are thousands of types of 'americans' none more or less American than the next,, however,,, being a decent human means caring about others and reaching out to others and doing our best to do no harm to others being an ADULT means to be responsible and accountable to ourselves and our loved ones,,, I must choose to try to be the latter two, I was born the former without any personal effort or personal choice on my part Saying "thousands of types of 'americans'none more or less American than the next,,", is like saying all painters are Rembrandts. To be an American is to be a patriot. This is the only country on the planet, where the citizenry not only has a right to question their government, but has a duty to do so. Unlike every other country on the planet, we don't pledge allegiance to a King or a Queen, or a Royal Family, but to an ideal, the Constitution Of the United States. To be an American, is to swear an oath to defend the Constitution against ALL enemies, foreign AND domestic. That means if even you find a own father to be a traitor, you turn him over. It's a tough standard, and not everyone can live up to it. But then, not everyone can be an American. American has no monopoly on any of these traits there was only one Rembrandt, as there is only one of any of us so to say a painter is a Rembrandt, is saying they paint like Rembrandt, ,, ONE person,, Americans , are millions,, so there is no unique or special way to be 'american',, except to be born in america

Conrad_73 Joined Sat 09/29/07 Posts: 22488	Sat 01/04/14 03:34 PM
it means I was born in AMerica,, being 'american' there are thousands of types of 'americans' none more or less American than the next,, however,,, being a decent human means caring about others and reaching out to others and doing our best to do no harm to others being an ADULT means to be responsible and accountable to ourselves and our loved ones,,, I must choose to try to be the latter two, I was born the former without any personal effort or personal choice on my part Saying "thousands of types of 'americans'none more or less American than the next,,", is like saying all painters are Rembrandts. To be an American is to be a patriot. This is the only country on the planet, where the citizenry not only has a right to question their government, but has a duty to do so. Unlike every other country on the planet, we don't pledge allegiance to a King or a Queen, or a Royal Family, but to an ideal, the Constitution Of the United States. To be an American, is to swear an oath to defend the Constitution against ALL enemies, foreign AND domestic. That means if even you find a own father to be a traitor, you turn him over. It's a tough standard, and not everyone can live up to it. But then, not everyone can be an American. now you only need the Right for Referendum to give your questioning of your Politicians some clout!

ridewytepony Joined Sun 04/14/13 Posts: 3697	Sat 01/04/14 03:40 PM Edited by ridewytepony on Sat 01/04/14 04:10 PM
it means I was born in AMerica,, being 'american' there are thousands of types of 'americans' none more or less American than the next,, however,,, being a decent human means caring about others and reaching out to others and doing our best to do no harm to others being an ADULT means to be responsible and accountable to ourselves and our loved ones,,, I must choose to try to be the latter two, I was born the former without any personal effort or personal choice on my part Saying "thousands of types of 'americans'none more or less American than the next,,", is like saying all painters are Rembrandts. To be an American is to be a patriot. This is the only country on the planet, where the citizenry not only has a right to question their government, but has a duty to do so. Unlike every other country on the planet, we don't pledge allegiance to a King or a Queen, or a Royal Family, but to an ideal, the Constitution Of the United States. To be an American, is to swear an oath to defend the Constitution against ALL enemies, foreign AND domestic. That means if even you find a own father to be a traitor, you turn him over. It's a tough standard, and not everyone can live up to it. But then, not everyone can be an American. (Don't forget) To be American is: To sew a Canadian Flag on your Packpacks while traveling abroad! Just having fun allie. My two Cousins both flew British Jaguars for the RAF in the gulf war. I remember them and the French did the low fly Sorties. Thanks for your service. The

Leigh2154 Joined Sun 10/02/11 Posts: 16479	Sat 01/04/14 04:00 PM Edited by Leigh2154 on Sat 01/04/14 04:01 PM
For me, being an American means so much more than birthright, that was just luck of the draw ...Being an American is about my beliefs in myself and in my country...It's about loyalty and pride, responsibility and trust... As an American, I believe life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness is my unalienable right...Under the governing laws of my country, I believe every citizen is equal...I believe in being loyal to my country, no exceptions...I believe anyone, regardless of nationality, religion, or ethnicity should be able to (and can) become an American citizen...I believe in freedom of speech...I believe, because I am an American, I will never be defined by race, ethnicity, religion, or my ancestry...I believe America's culture is unique because it is universal...I am proud to be an American...I love my country....

ridewytepony Joined Sun 04/14/13 Posts: 3697	Sat 01/04/14 04:07 PM Edited by ridewytepony on Sat 01/04/14 04:52 PM
it means I was born in AMerica,, being 'american' there are thousands of types of 'americans' none more or less American than the next,, however,,, being a decent human means caring about others and reaching out to others and doing our best to do no harm to others being an ADULT means to be responsible and accountable to ourselves and our loved ones,,, I must choose to try to be the latter two, I was born the former without any personal effort or personal choice on my part Saying "thousands of types of 'americans'none more or less American than the next,,", is like saying all painters are Rembrandts. To be an American is to be a patriot. This is the only country on the planet, where the citizenry not only has a right to question their government, but has a duty to do so. Unlike every other country on the planet, we don't pledge allegiance to a King or a Queen, or a Royal Family, but to an ideal, the Constitution Of the United States. To be an American, is to swear an oath to defend the Constitution against ALL enemies, foreign AND domestic. That means if even you find a own father to be a traitor, you turn him over. It's a tough standard, and not everyone can live up to it. But then, not everyone can be an American. Think you should do your homework on your way off the mark views my friend? I'm Scottish 1st and British 2nd. We don't have to swear allegiance to a Queen, or Royal Family. You'd be surprised how many people can't stand them, myself included, or our government either and we can speak out against them over here also. Germany, France, Spain, Italy, Denmark, Holland, etc, are the same also. We have freedom over here, just like in the States! United United United we stand, United we stand for it all Exept your Queen..She can F* off You guys are pretty classy..thats awesome in Canada everything is payable to Lizy

msharmony Joined Mon 08/31/09 Posts: 61041	Sat 01/04/14 04:07 PM Edited by msharmony on Sat 01/04/14 04:08 PM
I had thought of a long winded comment about what being American means to me but I can sum it up without a wall of text. To me being American is being free to choose my own path in life to walk and to believe what I want to believe without persecution. if it had to be defined , this seems most accurate and inclusive,,,,, (but even this definition isn't an exclusive definition for those in America, Id say tis definition really pertains to what it means to be 'free',, an attribute of many nations,,,)

sweetestgirl11 Joined Fri 09/12/08 Posts: 30087	Sat 01/04/14 04:14 PM
I'm Scottish and a proud Scotsman! My mates and people I know are proud also, but are different in their own ways. The same as Americans? All different types of personalities and beliefs, but united in their pride for their nation! That speech from that guy was his interpretation of what it means to be American, but any other Americans view would be different, but still their proud statement. the speech was rooted in the American doctrine of manifest destiny. I am one of those who believes that it takes time to become an American, and it mean someething. My family has been here since before the Civil War (on both sides I think). A person newly here, or a first generation American can be a citizen but truly an American when they know where & how our country's principles were founded and the history...both the good and the bad and the ugly.... at the same time what it means to be American evolves constantly because we truly are a melting pot...and what gets thrown into the pot changes as time goes on....so respecting and being proud of that diversity is uniquely American. the values of "American" apply to any person who wants liberty and justice for all. We always need citizens old & new, to keep those values foremost. "Let Freedom Ring," "Give Me Liberty or Give Me Death, " "No taxation without Representation." "Ask not what your country can do for you, rather ask what you can do for your country,"Yes, we must, indeed, all hang together, or most assuredly we shall all hang separately." To be an American you need know who said these words and why....IDK care how long ya been here..lo

sweetestgirl11 Joined Fri 09/12/08 Posts: 30087	Sat 01/04/14 04:15 PM
I had thought of a long winded comment about what being American means to me but I can sum it up without a wall of text. To me being American is being free to choose my own path in life to walk and to believe what I want to believe without persecution. or with the right of legal redress guaranteed if you are persecuted

sweetestgirl11 Joined Fri 09/12/08 Posts: 30087	Sat 01/04/14 04:17 PM
it means I was born in AMerica,, being 'american' there are thousands of types of 'americans' none more or less American than the next,, however,,, being a decent human means caring about others and reaching out to others and doing our best to do no harm to others being an ADULT means to be responsible and accountable to ourselves and our loved ones,,, I must choose to try to be the latter two, I was born the former without any personal effort or personal choice on my part Saying "thousands of types of 'americans'none more or less American than the next,,", is like saying all painters are Rembrandts. To be an American is to be a patriot. This is the only country on the planet, where the citizenry not only has a right to question their government, but has a duty to do so. Unlike every other country on the planet, we don't pledge allegiance to a King or a Queen, or a Royal Family, but to an ideal, the Constitution Of the United States. To be an American, is to swear an oath to defend the Constitution against ALL enemies, foreign AND domestic. That means if even you find a own father to be a traitor, you turn him over. It's a tough standard, and not everyone can live up to it. But then, not everyone can be an American. well said America must be ones first country of loyalty to be American

sweetestgirl11 Joined Fri 09/12/08 Posts: 30087	Sat 01/04/14 04:19 PM
I'm Scottish and a proud Scotsman! My mates and people I know are proud also, but are different in their own ways. The same as Americans? All different types of personalities and beliefs, but united in their pride for their nation! That speech from that guy was his interpretation of what it means to be American, but any other Americans view would be different, but still their proud statement. the speech was rooted in the American doctrine of manifest destiny. I am one of those who believes that it takes time to become an American, and it mean someething. My family has been here since before the Civil War (on both sides I think). A person newly here, or a first generation American can be a citizen but truly an American when they know where & how our country's principles were founded and the history...both the good and the bad and the ugly.... at the same time what it means to be American evolves constantly because we truly are a melting pot...and what gets thrown into the pot changes as time goes on....so respecting and being proud of that diversity is uniquely American. the values of "American" apply to any person who wants liberty and justice for all. We always need citizens old & new, to keep those values foremost. "Let Freedom Ring," "Give Me Liberty or Give Me Death, " "No taxation without Representation." "Ask not what your country can do for you, rather ask what you can do for your country,"Yes, we must, indeed, all hang together, or most assuredly we shall all hang separately." To be an American you need know who said these words and why....IDK care how long ya been here..lol

larsson71 Joined Fri 09/20/13 Posts: 2204	Sat 01/04/14 04:38 PM
it means I was born in AMerica,, being 'american' there are thousands of types of 'americans' none more or less American than the next,, however,,, being a decent human means caring about others and reaching out to others and doing our best to do no harm to others being an ADULT means to be responsible and accountable to ourselves and our loved ones,,, I must choose to try to be the latter two, I was born the former without any personal effort or personal choice on my part Saying "thousands of types of 'americans'none more or less American than the next,,", is like saying all painters are Rembrandts. To be an American is to be a patriot. This is the only country on the planet, where the citizenry not only has a right to question their government, but has a duty to do so. Unlike every other country on the planet, we don't pledge allegiance to a King or a Queen, or a Royal Family, but to an ideal, the Constitution Of the United States. To be an American, is to swear an oath to defend the Constitution against ALL enemies, foreign AND domestic. That means if even you find a own father to be a traitor, you turn him over. It's a tough standard, and not everyone can live up to it. But then, not everyone can be an American. Think you should do your homework on your way off the mark views my friend? I'm Scottish 1st and British 2nd. We don't have to swear allegiance to a Queen, or Royal Family. You'd be surprised how many people can't stand them, myself included, or our government either and we can speak out against them over here also. Germany, France, Spain, Italy, Denmark, Holland, etc, are the same also. We have freedom over here, just like in the States! United United United we stand, United we stand for it all Exept your Queen..She can F* off You guy are pretty classy..thats awesome in Canada everything is payable to Lizy Aye they're a bunch of c***s Pony and they can sook ma root! I'd give that Kate Middleton, something to hang her towels on though? She can get her mooth round ma roof anyday!