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Originally posted by utabintarbo
This , I believe, illustrates the difference between Americans and Canadians rather clearly. We may jokingly refer to Canada as "the 51st state", but there exists a wide cultural gulf between our two societies. Canadians, as well as most Euro-centric cultures, have so beaten down the concept of private property rights (as well as individual rights in general) that people are expected to "give it up" rather than defend themselves.
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I always thought that the difference was that Americans watch TV while Canadians watch American TV...
Seriously, while that may highlight one of our many differences, I disagree with your bias. I cannot speak for all who live in my fair country, but I for one am not about to give up my individual rights at the drop of a hat as you imply... however, I do feel that
any life is worth more than my damn TV.