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It may seem like an amazing idea to go to Times Square for New Year's Eve or do something very simple, like cutting in line at a supermarket. But oh boy, if you’re new to the American way of living and have little know-how of how things work over there, you may get into serious trouble.

What should you never do in the United States?” someone wondered on the Ask Reddit community, and the thread quickly turned into a potentially problem-preventing guide for pinpointing what not to do in the US.

Below we wrapped up some of the most informative and illuminating responses, so if you are planning a trip to America, you may want to read this extra carefully with notes by your side.

#1

30 Americans Warn Foreigners About What Things To Never Do In The US At least in Tennessee you should never say anything unkind about Dolly Parton

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I’ve Seen Things
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2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Never disrespect Dolly Anywhere! 📚❤️ 🎶 🎸

James Wood
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2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Not in this country, world, galaxy, or cosmos. Dolly Parton is the Keanu Reeves of country music. Frankly, I aggressively dislike most country music after growing up in Texas, but if I met Dolly I'd still be like, "OMG IT'S DOLLY F*CKING PARTON, Y'ALL GAHHHH" 🤯

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Jessisaur
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2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Who would ever think anything bad about Dolly? She's literally the sweetest person alive.

Alex Martin
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2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

That's a no in all 50 states and each of our territories. Dolly is beloved in this country.

Lexie Mitchell
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2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Idk if anyone will see this but I'm new to the panda community. I just learned how to make an account and I'm happy to be here!

Suzy Creamcheese
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2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Not in any way shape or form a fan of country music, but Dolly is a treasure.

Dickvandyke
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2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

The only thing that matters is your last 5 words

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Mike Miller
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2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

That is sort of how we think of her here in East Tennessee. I am a transplant to East TN but she is nothing short of amazing. Her philanthropy is amazing. Her Imagination Library was just the beginning of her good deeds. (For those unaware of the Imagination Library, it is a free service whereby any child under the age of 5 will receive a book a month, free of charge, mostly to have the parents of the child, read the book to them.) When a wildfire swept through the Smokies and into the town of Gatlinburg, she donated millions to help people affected by the fires get back on their feet.

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Roy Zobel
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2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Not only beautiful but also wonderful. She is a true icon.

AI FlyBy
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2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

This is a world wide thing. Just don't.

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Bored Panda reached out to a Tennessee resident and Redditor nicknamed Abe_Fromans_Day_Off who, as a response to this thread, wrote “At least in Tennessee, you should never say anything unkind about Dolly Parton.” His reply went viral, with many people noting that it’s not only in Tennessee where this is the case.

The Redditor said that he mistakenly thought Dolly was admired that way in Tennessee because she's from there. “What I discovered from that thread is that she's revered in other regions of the US, and even in other countries, to the same extent that she is in Tennessee.”

“I think to someone unfamiliar with her,” the Redditor continued, “it's important to know that she's known for her philanthropy, including funding local schools, funding the Moderna COVID vaccine, and the Imagination Library. She is also known as someone who celebrates our heritage in rural Tennessee while valuing and appreciating other cultures and belief systems. So she's just a generous, wholesome, respectful person and everyone loves her.”

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    #2

    30 Americans Warn Foreigners About What Things To Never Do In The US Walk on to someone's property without permission, or knowing the owner. It's cool in many places around the world to be able to go wandering through the countryside. It is not cool in the U.S. You might end up getting arrested, held at gunpoint, or shot at if you're really unlucky.

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    Jeremy James
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    2 years ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Especially if you see purple paint on a fence post or tree, that means absolutely do not trespass. ETA: In US States with "purple paint laws," the presence of the paint satisfies the legal requirement for "willful or knowing trespass." So the property owner can potentially bring action against you for trespass without the need for any other signage.

    Full of Giggles
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Wait…really? I’m American and never heard the rule about purple paint.

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    Deborah B
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Some places, such as the UK, have "right to roam" laws. If there has been an existing right of way or walking path, it can't be closed just because the land has changed hands. There are walking paths that not only cut through privately owned farmland, but occasionally across peoples yards. There's a public walking path that cuts through the grounds at Chequers, (the Prime Minister's country house).

    Wintermute
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Out in the west at least this applies even to county maintenance roads running between fields. Technically the gov't owns them, but don't try to tell the farmers that. They don't care about the technicalities.

    Susan Reid Smith
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    If you see a sign that only says "Posted" that also means no trespassing.

    Paul Pienkowski
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    If there's a "trespassers will be shot" or "beware of dog" sign...most of the time , they're facts not suggestions.

    Mim“the Swede”Sorensson
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    2 years ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This is just so bizarre to me. Us Swedes have “allemansrätten”, or “all mens rights”/“common rights”, meaning you can walk everywhere, camp everywhere except in peoples gardens and/or visible from someone’s house (except by agreement), as long as we leave everything in the condition it was when we arrived. And we do. Works pretty well here, but it’s been a law since the 800’s so we’re all used to it and how it works. Not being allowed in places that were here eons before us is just… weird. To me, I mean.

    John Jameson
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Purple? A dot or an "X" or just a board covered in purple? Does it matter what shade? I drive a lot in the country in Iowa. Guess it is safe here; no purple.

    Riley Quinn
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Grew up in a rural area where sport shooting and hunting were constant. It was prudent for hikers and adventurers to obey all posted signs.

    Greta Kolding
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    My former boss, who was a lawyer, went to LA to witness in a court case there. One of the American lawyers invited him to dine with him and his wife one evening in their villa somewhere in the suburbs. As my boss got out of his rented car that evening he happened to ring the bell of the neighbours house. The door was opened by a big man holding a gun and it took them a little while to sort things out. Being Danish my boss was deeply shocked.

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    #3

    30 Americans Warn Foreigners About What Things To Never Do In The US Dont underestimate the size of the us. Apparently some people think it can take only a couple hours to go to locations states away.

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    Stephanie Did It
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Disappointing when you want to see Niagara Falls and the Grand Canyon in the same weekend!

    Scott Crowe
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Friend of mine was laughing at an Irish friend of his who was visiting someone in Miami and told my friend (in Orlando) that he was driving up to see him and would be there in 45-minutes to an hour. After my friend got done laughing he told him how long it would take (4 hours) and asked why he thought it would only take an hour. "Well....it doesn't look that far away on the map....".

    AI FlyBy
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I remember when I first moved to Texas from northern England, I arrived in Houston and had a short drive to meet my new colleagues and get settled into my new apartment.. a 6 hour drive is not a short drive. I barely left Houston metro never mind the state of Texas.

    Icecream Sarang
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Yes, but Houston is a pit of Hell, and the traffic is legendary.

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    Icecream Sarang
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Oh, like Indian recruiters who think you can easily commute between Texas cities for a job. Dude, that’s like 600 miles away.

    IronySairo
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Especially out west. There's so much space between everything.

    Riley Quinn
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Superimpose a map of Europe over a map of the US and see for yourself.

    John Jameson
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    With GPS this should be an old idea. Your GPS would say "12 hours to Dallas..."

    Desert Mama
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Happens in NV all the time... An exec visiting Reno will call a friend in Vegas to meet for lunch. Yes, a flight is only 1.5 hours, but to drive is 8 hours... and, if it's winter, you have to account for high-desert snow and rural roads...

    Klopec
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I know, my cousin from England wanted to have dinner in Las Vegas, I live in Detroit!

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    #4

    30 Americans Warn Foreigners About What Things To Never Do In The US Get out of the vehicle during a traffic stop. I did not know this, here in Australia we are perfectly OK to get out of the vehicle unless the cop says otherwise.

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    N.
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Oh Lord no, definitely do not do that.

    Deborah B
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Also, don't reach for the glove box, a pocket, a bag or your wallet without asking permission to reach for your ID. Asking "May I get my id/licence out of the glovebox?" and waiting for permission, may save your life.

    Dirk Daring
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Car in Park, window down, seatbelt on, foot on brake, both hands on wheel until instructed otherwise.

    Jojo
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I am Australian and you should definitely not get out of the car during a traffic stop unless asked to by the officer or explaining why you need to get out. I did it once because my licence was in my bag in the boot. While I didn't get a gun pointed at me they did have their hand on their holster while asking me what the hell I was doing.

    Mandy Delaforce (PC Girl)
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Actually, in Australia you are told to stay in the car until they get to you. If you get out, they are liable to tell you to get back in. It doesn't mean you can't, but it's for your own safety.

    Paul Pienkowski
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Hahaha. Unless you want to get shot, stay put.

    Klopec
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Not in the USA🇺🇸

    Mim“the Swede”Sorensson
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    2 years ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Wha…? Ok, this is a thing here as well. We don’t do that. It has a tendency to get people killed. Because car/human and all that.

    Scifi1203
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Everyone in the US(whether you live here or are visiting) should carry these cards! They could save your life! https://iamerica.org/know-your-rights#:~:text=KNOW%20YOUR%20RIGHTS%20CARD%3A%20PRINT,OUT%20AND%20CARRY%20WITH%20YOU&text=family%20and%20friends.-,This%20card%20can%20protect%20you%20if%20immigration%20or%20the%20police,are%20exercising%20your%20constitutional%20rights.

    Riley Quinn
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    You'll take the chance of being beaten senseless if you attempt to vacate your vehicle unless directed to do so.

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    The Redditor also pointed out that Dolly was inducted into the Rock n Roll Hall of Fame, and “she didn't seem to think she should be there because she's a country singer and doesn't perform rock music. So now in an effort to ‘do something to earn it,’ as she put it, she's working on a full-fledged rock album where she'll sing songs by Rolling Stones and Led Zeppelin,” he explained.

    When asked if there are any cultural taboos to point out in the state of Tennessee, the Redditor said that it’s hard to do since “we're such a diverse state.” “Nashville in particular is home to people from all over the world. From the bigger cities to the college towns, small cities and rural unincorporated areas in the counties, what is seen as culturally sensitive will vary considerably,” he told us.

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    #5

    30 Americans Warn Foreigners About What Things To Never Do In The US Get injured/ sick without insurance. You’re honestly better off just dying.

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    David A Paterson
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Wasn't Obamacare supposed to solve this?

    WonderWoman
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Republicans ruined it and made it more profitable for insurers.

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    Vermontah
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Republicans want to get rid of Medicare. That directly affects Veteran healthcare.

    madbakes
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Be sure to get travel insurance that covers medical

    Vermontah
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    healthcare and medicine in the USA is a for profit business.

    Caryn Zent
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Better off just dying? That's dramatic.

    Icecream Sarang
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Ok, if you don’t have insurance, go to a public hospital like a local university one. There are private pay options and they’re usually cheaper than having insurance.

    Seadog
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Biggest problem with our healthcare is it's owned by huge corporations that only care about how much they can squeeze out of the patient and/or their insurance company. They care nothing about actually curing the patient.

    John Jameson
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Where I live, we have free walk-in clinics. Let's scare the foreigners! You'll die!

    Alun Jones
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    How any country can call itself "the greatest" with a murder rate, crime rate, wealth disparity and healthcare system like that, is beyond me.

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    #6

    30 Americans Warn Foreigners About What Things To Never Do In The US If a cop pulls you over don't get out of the car, place your hands on the wheel and wait they will come to you.

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    Annabelle
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I don’t know why (no bad intentions) but this one scares me.

    Erntp Nwjd
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    2 years ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    You're wise to be nervous given the statistics of killing by US police.

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    Alex Martin
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    You'll be fine. Police safely pull people over 99.9% time. The stop will be brief and business like provided you aren't under the influence of drugs or alcohol. Safely pull to the side of the road when you see emergency lights, if you are the person getting pulled over turn off your radio roll down your window and listen for instructions. Once you are safely stopped turn off your vehicle, make sure your window is down, if it's night turn on the inside light in your car and place both hands on the wheel. Do not reach for your wallet or pick something up from the floor, hands on the wheel until the officer gets to you. Be polite to the officer, try to be personable, if you are certain that they caught you breaking the law apologize and explain, sometimes they'll let you go with just a warning. Do not argue if they give you a ticket (you argue in court), sign the ticket when asked, bonus points if you thank them and wish them a good day.

    Suzy Creamcheese
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Sorry, but I'm not thanking a cop for a ticket.

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    Katy Cordeth
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    And don't wait for them to overtake and pull up in front of you like the polis do here in the UK.

    Larry XK
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This is kinda redundant, scroll up to see why. Clearly we're running out of BS stories about the horrible, deadly police state of USA

    Scott McHattan
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Police are worried you are packing heat.

    Klopec
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    2 years ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Yes, yes, yes. My husband is overly friendly and when pulled over in New York he got out of the car to chat. He wound on the hood handcuffed. He also talks a lot, the officer told him to just let me do the talking! Actually quite enjoyable.

    Riley Quinn
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I would remove the keys and lay them on the dash as a way of letting the cop know I had no intention of fleeing. A relaxed cop is way easier to deal with.

    Jods
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Says a lot about how paranoid the cops are. But if you will let the citizens and police arm themselves …..

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    USA, you only have youtø

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    #7

    30 Americans Warn Foreigners About What Things To Never Do In The US Engage with someone acting like a crazy person on the road. They might shoot you.

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    Erntp Nwjd
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    'They might shoot you' The general perception of all Americans by the rest of the World.

    VonBlade
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Number of firearms per capita in the US is more than double any other country on the planet. Number of gun deaths US is fourth, behind the drug cartel violence of Brazil, Mexico and Columbia. Ahead of everyone else. So yes, that's a perception with statistics to back it up.

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    Powerful Katrinka
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This reminds me of the true story about the guy who posted a series of tweets showing him cradling his gun, and threatening anyone who pissed him off while driving. Inevitability, a guy did something that pissed him off. So he chased him into a parking lot, got out with his gun raised.... and the other driver shot him.

    Susan Reid Smith
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Cars are deadly themselves. Someone driving erratically will mess up traffic. An accident will mess it up even worse. It is easier to let them go, maybe with some rude language.

    Auntriarch
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Don't engage with crazy people in any country

    Vermontah
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    They'll film you on their phone.

    John Jameson
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Don't engage with a crazy person anywhere. So then the person adds "They might shoot you." In middle East they might knife you.

    Riley Quinn
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    On the road. On the sidewalk. In the store. At a club. In other words, assume every a-hole you see is carrying a loaded gun. Keep your mouth shut, eyes down, and move along. And remember, the US is the land of the free.

    Ronnie Beaton
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Engage with someone acting like a crazy person" - that pretty much describes 99% of Americans.

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    #8

    30 Americans Warn Foreigners About What Things To Never Do In The US Go to Times Square on new years. The experience is so not worth it. Its romanticized for some reason.

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    Scott McHattan
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    You get locked in a crowd for several hours with nowhere to pee.

    heather7d@yahoo.com
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Fun fact- many people wear diapers in Times Square on NYE. Or the just pee in the streets. It’s usually freezing cold, people shove and jostle and spill their alcohol on you, and it’s just not a good time. Watch it on TV from home!

    Dela Bee
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    To be honest, we said it was " an experience." We never said it was a good one.

    SCP 4666
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Must be an introverts worst nightmare

    Tyranamar Seuss
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    My roommate made her BF take her to Times Square on NYE and he had a fever and it was -3 degrees out! What a waste.

    2x4b523p
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I travelled to watch fireforks over Thames river in London back in 2006 or 2007. Got stuck in overcrowded tube, spent midnight on an escalator and missed about 95% of the fireworks. As a bonus got charged something like £12 on my Oyster card because to deal with the flow of people they opened the turnstiles and disabled the buttons - and they charge you maximum fee if you don’t check out. Then it took me over two hours to get back on tube.

    Paulo Freitas
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Dude i live in Madeira Island, there is NOTHING in the world that beats us on that department, and we have the world Guinness Record to prove it. ( Just Google " Madeira fim de ano " and you'l see )

    Michelle C
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Born and raised in NYC...I have NEVER seen the ball drop live...real New Yorkers are having neighborhood block parties

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    #9

    30 Americans Warn Foreigners About What Things To Never Do In The US Cut in line. I've been in countries (example: Spain) where lines/queues are more of a vague suggestion of who goes first, this is not true if you cut in line in the US. Cutting in line in the US can literally lead to violence.

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    Meeliasi
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Not sure if you've been to Britain. Lots of violent tutting.

    PVR
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Can confirm. The tutting can get out of control quickly.

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    Winnie the Moo
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Everything can lead to violence in the US according to this post…

    WonderWoman
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    America trains their people early, there are "line leaders" at schools!

    Riley Quinn
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I've done plenty of reckless things in my line, but cutting a queue is not one of them. I'm adventurous, not stupid.

    Well then
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    My cousin does this all the time. I told her one day someone is going to jump on you, and you're take a few of those punches before I jump in because you're wrong.

    Abbelius
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    As someone that's worked as a cashier in the US, I can vouch for the violence. I get it, people want to buy their sh*t and go. As employees, we also want them to buy their sh*t and go (and preferably not come back until absolutely necessary). Personally, if someone cuts in front of me, I figure it's just easier to let it slide and let them go ahead than make a scene about it, as that just wastes more of my time. But some people just dgaf out here. I can't tell you how many fights I've had to break up over line cutting. By adults. One of the most ridiculous things I have ever seen.

    Klopec
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Us Americans don't like line cutters!

    shawna Reich
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    true and unfortunate, look out for the karens!

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    #10

    30 Americans Warn Foreigners About What Things To Never Do In The US Don’t ever get a payday loan

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    RagDollLali
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    The post is about "things that no one should do in America", not about what tourists shouldn't do in America. So this could apply to people already living here, or people who are planning to come live here. And not including this one, there are a few that may actually be helpful to tourists.

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    Ace
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    you think there are any parts of the world where these are a good idea?

    Tams21
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Certainly not unique to the US, the UK has had huge problems with these.

    StumblingThroughLife
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    It's the same in the UK. Land Sharks are everywhere on the Planet.

    Stygtand
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Its such a big problem in Denmark, they made a tv show about it where they try and help people back on their feet.

    Timbob
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Especially if you don’t have a payday!

    John Jameson
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Don't think you can get a payday loan in Denmark when you visit there from Chicago.

    Scott Crowe
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    2 years ago

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    AKA: Ghetto Financial Services

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    #11

    30 Americans Warn Foreigners About What Things To Never Do In The US Tell the people that despite being called "the land of the free" they have less freedoms overall than several countries

    Allytale-AU , Johnstocker Report

    Robert T
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    2 years ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Rapidly heading towards "most" countries, particularly w.r.t. abortion and healthcare

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    Erntp Nwjd
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Not even in the top ten! The Land Of The Free is ranked 23rd. (https://www.cato.org/human-freedom-index/2022)

    Brian Michael
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I read the index and then saw why many don't reference this index in arguments, they take all their points of reference and give it a scaled numerical score and then put those scores into a formula and you get the top output. They take crime and violence as a total score and use that as the number. So a smaller country like Switzerland has a very low crime and violence score per their population and it's not a percentage of total it's just total incidents assigned a numerical number, then you take the USA that has 300million plus people and they take the total crime and violence and assign a high score into the formula and boom USA is 15th curr on newest index. I am not saying America is perfect, far from it, but articles and "studies" like this are so flawed and are only used to push half-truth or false narratives. Without that crime index number top 20 countries would have been tied.

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    Ray Ceeya (RayCeeYa)
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Well we do have the freedom to die cold and alone from an easily preventable illness. That's something right?

    Phobrek
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I know, if you tell us Americans this, we might turn to you and say.... "yeah, I know." People do understand that there's tons of different kinds of people in the US and we're not all oblivious, right?

    Icecream Sarang
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Yeah, sadly the vocal minority acting stupid is all other nations see. Trying being from Texas. It’s automatically assumed so much about me that’s not true.

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    Full of Giggles
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I’m American and have made the mistake of saying this once. Once. The hate I received was unreal. I actually received death threats.

    Mim“the Swede”Sorensson
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Where on earth did you say this and get threatened? That’s just unhinged - you didn’t pick where to be born, for fυcks sake.

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    Inclusion2020
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Most of the citizens in America are very aware of this already. Go to any black community. Talk to to anyone who isn’t white and wealthy. We know. We can’t fix it. We solve it by moving to the middle of nowhere and building our own communities as independent of the government as we possibly can.

    TotallyNOTaFox
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    But it is the land of the free! - Free of universal healthcare, free of strict gun laws...

    Icecream Sarang
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Free to ram religion down other people’s throats. Free to scream religious persecution when Starbucks makes red cups. Free to control women’s reproductive rights.

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    Joe Publique
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    The only freedom Americans have over Europeans is the ability for someone with a room-temperature IQ to buy a gun.

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    #12

    30 Americans Warn Foreigners About What Things To Never Do In The US Don’t take pictures or record videos of strangers’ children. I’ve had to warn many people coming over from Asia about this. Some have ignored me and it has led to screaming and threats.

    newuser60 , solovei23 Report

    Inclusion2020
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Yeah, I would think that’s just universally creepy.

    Jiminy
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    2 years ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    In Germany don't film or photograph any person specifically period. If you did not ask before. People don't like it. And publishing it in any way would be illegal.

    Mim“the Swede”Sorensson
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    2 years ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Same in Sweden. Extremely rude, at best, illegal under many circumstances.

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    Mike Crow
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    There is a scary and growing movement of people who will record anyone, including kids, and claim to be an “independent journalist”. They their first amendment right gives them permission to record anyone and even allows them on public property including schools.

    Riley Quinn
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Once you step foot out into the public sphere, you have no right to privacy. That includes kids. However, that law doesn't make filming kids a wise move, esp. in a country where half the population has a carry permit.

    Klopec
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    We don't Like our pictures taken!

    #13

    30 Americans Warn Foreigners About What Things To Never Do In The US Don't illegally use a disabled person parking spot or pass a school bus with its stop sign out.

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    ADHORTATOR
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    There is no place on earth where you should use a disabled person parking spot if you are not disabled.....

    IronySairo
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Tell that to the New York politicians who park their teslas in the handicap parking and just eat the tickets.

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    James016
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    The first one is universal. I have been told about the school buses and that you just do not pass one when it has its stop sign out. The person who told me likened it to fighting on holy ground.

    Egg Boy
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    It seems like if you look at a school bus the wrong way you'll get arrested which in itself makes sense because if you look at a child the wrong way you'll get arrested and there's like 30 of those things in a bus

    Timbob
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    About the school bus. It’s probably OK on a 4 lane road, with a median strip, of the bus is on the other side.

    AI FlyBy
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I had been living in Texas for about 3 months when I went past a stopped school bus.. right in front of a state trooper.. it's fine in the uk.. not so much in Texas.. luckily the state trooper was a very understanding Anglophile and we're still friends to this day. I know right. Love you Tom.

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    #14

    30 Americans Warn Foreigners About What Things To Never Do In The US Try and bribe a police officer

    ChiefKingSosa , mstandret Report

    I’ve Seen Things
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    We were just in Egypt and they “tip” police. 🤔 That’s not… that’s not what that is called…

    Alex Martin
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Don't bribe any public official. I had some sweet Chinese couple politely ask my interpreter how much it would cost to keep me from expelling their son from school for selling drugs in the bathroom. The kid had 20 bags of Marijuana, a big wad of cash, and a digital scale in his backpack. He'd been texting advertisements to his customers. We're pretty sure one of his competitors turned him in. Politely explained to his parents that that's not how things work in the US and they should save their money for a lawyer because their kid was getting arrested in the next room.

    Icecream Sarang
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    But, if you get pulled over DO ask for a warning.

    Lyop
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    In Nigeria, they expect it! All kinds of wrong.

    Hobby Hopper
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I think this is common in a lot of places. For example, I've heard stories about cops in Mexico expecting bribes and even jailing people who refuse to pay. Makes me not want to travel, because if that happened to me, I'd want to burn the place down. To be fair, I've only been to Mexico for a couple hours, so I don't have any experience with the cops there. The shuttle driver did rip us off though. That was over 30 years ago, and it still makes me angry to think about it. I really don't like thieves.

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    Hedonism Bot
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I'm pretty sure the US isn't the only country to meaningfully enforce anti-bribery laws.

    Timbob
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Just trying to pay my fine early.

    Erntp Nwjd
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Shouldn't that be 'try to' rather than 'try and'?

    Icecream Sarang
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Regional language. Try and is the same as try to in places.

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    Ray Ceeya (RayCeeYa)
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Don't even try to bribe the security guard at a club or concert. Don't try to bribe the maitre d' at a fancy restaurant. It won't work.

    Karly Marx
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Yeah. My friends who grew up in Mexico City tried this & nearly wound up in jail. Thankfully the lawyer just pretended the cops misunderstood them because of a language barrier & thought they were bribing when they misunderstood the cop when he brought up getting a ticket. He told the court that they thought they paid the ticket right there. Lol. Nope. They 100% tried to bribe the cops. They also spoke very good English. But thankfully they didn't even get a ticket. It was all thrown out. But yeah... I got shaken down in Mexico City by the cops. So I understand why they thought that. Lol.

    Klopec
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Nope, this goes over like a fart in church.

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    #15

    30 Americans Warn Foreigners About What Things To Never Do In The US Never leave your sleeping infant / child in a vehicle. This is fairly common in some places across the pond, but it is definitely NOT legal in the US.

    Nyxmyst_ , Rawpixel Report

    Caro Caro
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    NO it's not common in some places across the pond !!!

    Scott McHattan
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Not to mention deadly on hot weather.

    Lord Mysticlaw
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I can't imagine this being a good idea anywhere

    Nicole Weymann
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    If I went shopping with a little kid and he/she fell asleep afterwards on our way home I wouldn't wake them up for a stop at a gas station or at the bakery.

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    Tams21
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Regardless of the legality, it's just a really bad idea.

    Nicole Weymann
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    For any significant length of time and/or in hot weather: yes, definitely. But if a toddler falls asleep in my car and I stop to buy a single donut at a bakery or gas up I wouldn't wake them up.

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    Deborah B
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    It's not just illegal, it can be fatal

    rehanne garvey
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Nooooooo don't do this anywhere!!! It's lethal

    Kat Pekin
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    If by common you mean illegal.

    Inclusion2020
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    A kid died in a parents car at the daycare I used to work at. Just don’t do it. If it’s a toddler, for the absolute love of all that is holy, just TEACH the toddler to behave so that taking them in places with you is not a chore.

    Jj321
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    "Just teach the toddler to behave" is a very naive comment. Until a few weeks ago, I literally had the best behaved toddler when we were in public. He has happy, he talked to people, didn't ask for stuff too much. But suddenly last week decided to scream at me for 10 minutes in the grocery store because I wouldn't buy him a watermelon.

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    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Don’t leave your young child alone in the car anywhere.

    John Jameson
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Where is is common to leave your child in a car?

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    #16

    30 Americans Warn Foreigners About What Things To Never Do In The US Get unintentionally pregnant in a red state.

    JayneJay , diego_cervo Report

    Inclusion2020
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    They want to ban abortion but not bother helping the kids that this ban creates. One look at the foster care system in the US should’ve stopped this movement. One look at the freaking Consititution should have stopped this movement.

    Cassandra Hager
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    "bUt THe FoUndINg fAthERs SaID" Ben Franklin literally published instructions to safely induce an abortion, I don't want to hear it.

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    Ray Ceeya (RayCeeYa)
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    They stop caring as soon as the kids are born. Ecamples: No supplemented childcare. No free school lunch. No mandatory maternity leave. They care more about the unborn than the born.

    David Hale
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    2 years ago

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    Why should ANYTHING be free? You're FREE to make your own way in life. There are social nets to help people, but many want them to be a social hammock.

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    LilliVB
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    If it unintentional, it's pretty difficult to avoid it

    StumblingThroughLife
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I heard that women have to pay for contraception in the USA? Pretty backward thinking imo. If it were free as it is in the UK, you'd not only reduce unwanted pregnancies, but women would have more autonomy (since men aren't the ones who suffer) over their bodies.

    shawna Reich
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    ya if you get raped they expect you to keep it, rather it be from a stranger or family member, us doesnt care

    Alun Jones
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Is this the 17th century all of a sudden.

    Riley Quinn
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This wouldn't be the case if conservatives and evangelicals cared about children as much as they do fetuses.

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    #17

    30 Americans Warn Foreigners About What Things To Never Do In The US Do not run or move fast and unpredictably when stopped by cops.

    Flauschkadser , LightFieldStudios Report

    Erntp Nwjd
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Also, don't be black when stopped by cops.

    Riley Quinn
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Cops spook very easily. Treat them as you would a feral animal that could kill you.

    VeryDarkMatter
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    During the years I got the impression (and I might be wrong) that ever encounter with the US police is like if you meet a potential enemy instead of someone who is suppose to help the citizens. Complete oposite from where I live. You can aproach a police officer here without fearing he shoots you.

    Nitka Tsar
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I guess you could be shot if you did that, right?

    Carol Emory
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    When you get ready to reach for your ID, registration and proof of insurance, do so slowly and let the cop know what you are doing before you move.

    Nancy Lynch
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Keep your hands visible. Do not put them in your pockets.

    Paul Pienkowski
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This photo looks like the people should be switched.

    Tams21
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This is a really bad idea anywhere!

    Scott Crowe
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    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uj0mtxXEGE8

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    #18

    30 Americans Warn Foreigners About What Things To Never Do In The US Not tip at sit down restaurant

    Batticon , MargJohnsonVA Report

    Jonathan Gore
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Tipping is a con, if nobody tipped then staff would have to be paid properly. Tipping is how owners increase their profits instead of paying a decent wage.

    Freya the Wanderer
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    If the staff were paid a living wage, tips would be unnecessary. I have nothing but contempt for people who "tip" with snark or religious tracts. They are right down there with terrorists and child molesters.

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    James Wood
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    2 years ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Or your delivery driver! Most consider 15-20% adequate for decent sit down service (more if you're feeling generous or for truly exceptional service), and 10%+ for delivery service (more if you're getting an especially large/heavy order that has to be carried some distance after arrival, upstairs, etc). Yes, the tipping culture in the US sucks, but you're only hurting the middle-to-lower-middle-class workers who aren't being paid an adequate, living wage in many places if you choose not to tip. If you live in the US, START VOTING FOR CANDIDATES WHO WANT TO RAISE THE MINIMUM WAGE TO A TRULY LIVING ONE! If you don't live in the US, I suppose you can either 1.) not come to the US, 2.) make all your own meals or eat take out the entire time you're here, or 3.) try to find restaurants that pay their employees a living wage, and for whom tipping is truly unnecessary (there are some, but good luck finding many outside of major urban areas). In short, the whole damned thing is just a dumpster fire. :/

    Telepathetic
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    A 20% tip on top of a $5.50 "Delivery Fee" (That the driver does not get)

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    Nancy Lynch
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Figure on leaving 20% tip.

    John Jameson
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    So the point was to tip, not to start an argument. Thought we were trying to help people here.

    Jods
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Oh ffs. Pay them a proper wage!

    Erntp Nwjd
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    2 years ago

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    Pity so many Americans don't respect local cultures when they visit other countries. This includes tipping when it isn't the local norm, and consequences of this can be either causing offence or damaging the society by the imposition of an imported corruption.

    Erntp Nwjd
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    2 years ago

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    Ah, down votes for posting the truth ... found the Amercians.

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    #19

    30 Americans Warn Foreigners About What Things To Never Do In The US Drive in the left lane on freeway unless you’re passing

    EmptyWish2138 , AZ-BLT Report

    Tams21
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    You're supposed to do this but my experience driving in the US was that so many drivers are terrible at it. It's much better adhered to in the UK and Germany.

    Henrik Schmidt
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I think you'll be fine if you stick to the left lane in the UK ;)

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    Suzy Creamcheese
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    In some states you might get a ticket for driving in the passing lane. In others, it's perfectly fine.

    Alicia M
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I hate a slow driver in the left lane. Many of them are so clueless it makes me question their ability to drive. If they can't see they are holding up traffic behind them, and people are passing them on the right as soon as they can, maybe they are not observant enough to drive?

    deejak
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    But what if I keep passing all the cars? if I move back to the right after I pass one, within seconds I'm changing lanes again to pass. Rinse and repeat. That seems more dangerous than staying in the left lane.

    DeoManus Argentem
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I've always known the far left lane as the "fast lane" too, maybe it's just a Florida thing. If you drive in the far left lane and start getting close to the person in front of you they are supposed to move over to the right so you can proceed past and then move back to the left (if they like). I would almost always take long trips entirely in the left lane because I prefer to drive around 100mph (160 kph) or so (safety/conditions permitting) on long trips when the speed limit is 75mph (121kph) and most people meander around 80mph(129kph) - and even then occasionally people approach me, so I move over one lane until they pass.

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    Tyranamar Seuss
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This! Had a huge fight with a guy about this once. He said he went to another country and people were honking at him bc he was driving slow in the left lane and the left lane was for passing in that country, and wasn't that a good idea. And I was like, Dude! The left lane is supposed to be for passing in America too. He just would not believe me. Argued and argued. And this is why we can't ever get anywhere.

    Klopec
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    In the right lane, pass on left.

    Dan Holden
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This is one of ny biggest pet peeves. It's not just the US. Here in Canada they've even put up signs at regular intervals on multilane highways that say "Keep right except to pass". They even have colorful pictures on them to make it easier to understand and people still regularly cruise in the passing lane like they're just taking a casual Sunday drive! It's extremely frustrating.

    shawna Reich
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    depends where, arkansas you drive in left lane and not passing, you get ticket. keep right

    Big Chungus
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This actually being proposed as a law in Florida now

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    #20

    30 Americans Warn Foreigners About What Things To Never Do In The US Talk about being atheist at work in The Bible Belt.

    Syrup131 , Rawpixel Report

    Erntp Nwjd
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    After all the Pilgrims were religious fundamentalists who wished to establish a theocracy.

    Alina Mihai
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I don't know why you keep downvoted for telling the truth. Oh well, I guess we can get downvoted together:)

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    Alex Martin
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Easy one- don't talk about politics or religion with people you don't know very well. People with strong religious beliefs are also derided in some social circles in liberal states. Don't bring up these beliefs until you know your audience.

    Cuppa tea?
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    The old joke guy was asked in Northern Ireland pub, whether he's catholic or protestant. He answered he's atheist. After some time the clarifying question arrive: but are you catholic or protestant atheist?

    Vermontah
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I"m glad most science people are atheists. The last thing I want to hear after a surgery is Well, its in god's hands now. Oh hell no! Crack that medical book open and try again

    David H
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Depends which field in science. for example, physics and biology they are, but Medicine and chemistry they are not, etc. And most are agnostic not atheist in those areas.

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    Alicia M
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I'm in atheist who has lived my entire life in the Bible Belt and not only can you not talk about it, it could cost you your job, your safety, your family's safety, or even in extreme cases, your life.

    Tamra
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    When I lived in the Bible Belt, I was in a place in my life where I was searching for something...some kind of faith, hope, god maybe. People in the Bible Belt fixed that...I left an atheist. 😂

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    Urbangirlatl
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    How about not talking about religion in the workplace. Anywhere. I live in the South, and unless you work FOR a place of worship, there's no reason to broach the subject.

    Larry XK
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Actually talking about religion at work is the absolute worst thing anyone can do. Regardless which state. Having said that I've lived in TX for 8 years and at my place of work everyone knew I was (am) an agnostic. And they didn't lynch me.

    Michael Largey
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    If you want to promote your religion at work, practice it.

    YinzerGhost
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I was looking into a job in North Carolina (still very much a southern state), and the person I was talking to warned me that if I were to work there, on day one people wouldn't ask me what religion I subscribed to. They'd ask me WHICH (christian) church I was going to join. Like, every person in the office would, one by one, come into my office, sit on my desk, and ask me this. I decided right then and there not to move south. And I'm in the Rust Belt of Pennsylvania. Not exactly a liberal paradise.

    Disgruntled Pelican
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Southerner here. If people had done that in any of the places I worked, they wouldn’t have stayed employed much longer. I wish people would stop lumping together the entire South into one narrow category. Where I am, there are a lot of churches, but not everyone goes nor do they care if you go, either.

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    Carol Emory
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I find this is just a rule of thumb as it relates to religion. If you are Atheist, Christian, Catholic, Jewish...I really don't care and I don't care to discuss religion at work. Especially if it gets into a pissing contest as to whose beliefs are correct or not. I had a friend that converted to being Jewish...he kept coming on our Fb feed and posting what Christians do that is incorrect or falsehoods. Like telling us to step away from Christmas because it's a combination of Christian and Pagan beliefs. It told him he had no right to come on our page and tell us our religion or beliefs were wrong. He has his faith, I have mine...stay in your lane and we'll get along just fine.

    DC
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    "Religion is like a dikk - about half the people have one, and that's totally fine, but you don't pull it out in public!" - coworker of my sister.

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    #21

    30 Americans Warn Foreigners About What Things To Never Do In The US Go to Florida for the beaches and forget about the wildlife.. Black Bears, gators, panthers, hogs, etc

    anon , harrycollinsphotography Report

    Tezdon Robinson
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    everything breathing in Florida can kill you, even the humans

    CHRIS DOMRES
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    And watch out for the most dangerous wildlife: humans with guns.

    Abbelius
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Nah, humans with guns are dangerous, but not THE most dangerous creatures out there. It's Floridian humans WITHOUT guns! See, at least with guns, you know what they're going to do to you. But without them...who knows?

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    Rupp
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    How many years have you lived in Florida? When have you seen a bear, gator, panther or hog at a beach? (Not to mention you won't find a gator and assault water of the ocean or gulf beaches)

    Timbob
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Right. Better to go to safer place, like, maybe, A U S T R A L I A ???

    Alicia M
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I'll avoid all of this by never going to Florida again for the rest of my life. Seriously, it's terrible. I've been there countless times, begrudgingly, out of obligation to visit family. Why anyone wants to go there is beyond me.

    Paul Pienkowski
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    The most dangerous of all: the Florida Man.

    Nancy Lynch
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    There also sink holes that can come out of nowhere.

    Wendy Herman
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Florida. The Australia of the USA, except the spiders are slightly smaller.

    Andy Frobig
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    What, never any love for Burmese pythons? The ultimate immigrant success story

    Abbelius
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Are you kidding? I actually love snakes. I'd bring a Burmese Python home if I could. It's the people over there that scare me.

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    #22

    30 Americans Warn Foreigners About What Things To Never Do In The US Jaywalk....that s**t is apparently illegal

    MeMyselfandsadlyI , Eden, Janine and Jim Report

    Stephanie Did It
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    All my life I've been told it's illegal to jaywalk yet I've never heard of anyone being charged or arrested for doing it.

    WonderWoman
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    All you need is one cop with an attitude and god complex

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    Riley Quinn
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    And rightly so. It's difficult enough maneuvering a vehicle around safely without a-holes darting out in front and expecting the driver to stop.

    Timbob
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    K’s and V’s are OK though.

    Janos Schumacher
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    It's generally unenforced. Just don't wander into the street without looking and you'll be fine. There are crosswalks and curb cuts everywhere. Use them.

    Elwood Schwartz (it/that)
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Jaywalkers should be shot. I hate it when they walk out in front of me every day on the way to/from work. It's like they start off with the intention of making you stop for them and assume you won't hit them if they get in the way. Just use the crossings and wait for the light. It takes 30 extra seconds. Edit: this only applies to downtown/ busy streets. Not side roads or suburbia.

    Alun Jones
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    In the rest of the world we just call it "walking". That thing you do that doesn't involve a car.

    Alicia M
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    It's illegal, but only a real d**k cop would ticket you for it.

    KCarol
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I don't know I've gotten a written warning from an officer for riding my bike no-handed. Anything is possible! On Wisconsin!

    Hobby Hopper
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    LOL, they must've been really bored that day!

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    Dirk Daring
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    No flatfoot beat cop wants the aggravation of doing the paperwork because you weren't in the crosswalk. They might hassle you a bit.

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    #23

    30 Americans Warn Foreigners About What Things To Never Do In The US -Public spitting isn't usually well received. -The average American does not usually enjoy talking politics, in their frequented public spaces. -Assume public transport is timely -Light up a cigarette without knowing local laws, to the space.

    Easy-Specialist1821 , korneevamaha Report

    Heather Brown
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    2 years ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    FYI--Trigger words ahead--To add to the last point, if it's a cigarette, call it a cigarette. Please Don't use the term 'f_g' or the longer version of that around strangers in the US. If they overhear, they may think you are an insulting, hateful person. On the flipside, be ready to encounter old generation words like 'spunky' (spirited/plucky, here in US) from the mouths of nice people.

    Rebekah
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This one is correct on all counts. ~US citizen.

    RagDollLali
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Public spitting shouldn't be well received anywhere 🤢

    Laura Mende (Human)
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    It's veeery common for young men in my country. They spitting like llamas! (And yes, it's nasty)

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    #24

    30 Americans Warn Foreigners About What Things To Never Do In The US Never assume that every business has a public bathroom. And for the ones that do, assuming you can just walk in off the street, use the bathroom and leave.

    deadsoulinside , FabrikaPhoto Report

    James016
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Sometimes if you need to go and you ask politely they will let you. But you have to ask.

    Distracted Serpent
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    And if they don't have a public restroom, I've found they usually just tell you the nearest place that does.

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    Heffalump
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    That's not just a US thing in any way.

    Tams21
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Is this really that odd? Bathrooms cost money to maintain and clean, businesses aren't charities. I'm of the opinion there should be free public toilets but I'd never expect a business I haven't used to let me use theirs.

    Hobby Hopper
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Depending on the business, I sometimes like to buy some small token item if I use their bathroom.

    Robert T
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I would hope that it would safe to assume a cafe or restaurant would have a bathroom (it is the law here), but I would also expect for it to be for customer use only. If there is really nowhere else to go and you've got to go, then ask if they mind.

    Carol Emory
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    And never assume the bathroom has been cleaned frequently...especially the door handles as you walk out.

    AliJanx
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I usually buy something, even if a bottled water.

    Justin Rogers
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Just buy something, they have to pay to keep the lights on the water running and someone to clean up

    Andy Frobig
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Tell them you're there to meet Art Vandelay

    Erntp Nwjd
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    2 years ago

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    And don't assume that a 'bathroom' contains a bath.

    Fraxinus excelsior
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I think it's a universal given that most people know that when asking for a bathroom they want to relieve themselves rather than bathe.

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    #25

    30 Americans Warn Foreigners About What Things To Never Do In The US We know our tax system is dumb. There is no need to mention it.

    OneFuckedWarthog , voronaman111 Report

    Hans_not_the_real_Hans
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Do not worry. We will not come to tax system because we are still discussing metric system, celsius/fahrenheit, health care, gun control, abortion, 2 party system with you. ;)

    John Jameson
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    And all foreign ones are spot on?

    Alun Jones
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This is a global phenomena.....

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    #26

    30 Americans Warn Foreigners About What Things To Never Do In The US Don’t try to cheat the IRS. They will f**k your life into oblivion.

    _KvotheTheArcane__ , MargJohnsonVA Report

    censorshipsucks
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    tourists are not likely to be trying to cheat the IRS?

    Phobrek
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Unless you're rich. If you can afford to get away with it, the IRS won't bother, and will go after the poor.

    StumblingThroughLife
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Same in the UK. HMRC (allegedly) 'do deals' with the Elite/Wealthy, but God forbid a lowly, self-employed/subcontracted worker makes even a tiny mistake on a Tax Return. Someone in our Govt 'forgot' to mention £3M and made an 'acceptable offer' when it came to light.

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    Nor
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Two things in life you can never avoid...death and the tax man

    CHRIS DOMRES
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Since Trump defunded the IRS they have been understaffed and so tax cheaters have a low risk these days. Biden tried to restore the IRS funding and rehire workers but Republicans have blocked it. They have to protect their rich constituents.

    Tezdon Robinson
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    who is staying in america for a vacation long enough to get screwed over by the IRS

    Unpopular opinions
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Not really & that’s part of the problem. When caught by the IRS for not paying, as long as you have the money plus interest you will not get in trouble. That’s why so many rich people are tax cheats & never go to jail.

    J Adams
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Same as anywhere, even make a genuine mistake and you are in for a world of problems and expected to rectify it immediately but on the other hand if it is them that has made the mistake such as charging you more tax than you owe you would be extremely lucky to get a refund in anywhere near a prompt timeframe

    Riley Quinn
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Especially if you're poor. If you're rich, you shouldn't have a problem.

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    #27

    30 Americans Warn Foreigners About What Things To Never Do In The US Think that you can pee in an empty alley on your way home from the bars. A surprisingly large percentage of my European acquaintances have had to great experience of spending a few hours early morning hours in the drunk tank in various American cities - because it's really not that big of deal in most of Europe.

    rapidstandardstaples , Tim Vrtiska Report

    DeoManus Argentem
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    It's a fine for public intoxication, not for urinating (unless you're not even attempting to be discreet, in which case you're looking at indecent exposure and potential sex offender status)... Which, like jaywalking, is almost never enforced unless you're making a huge public disturbance or nuisance of yourself.

    Dan Holden
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I've never understood why cities are set up in such a way that public toilets are practically non existent, and where they do exist, they close at some ridiculous time like 7 pm. And then people have the audacity to be upset that people will find a corner to pee in as if we should all just hold it until we get to our destination (which may or may not have a toilet available for public/customer use). There are many people who can't simply hold it in.

    Cornelia Neuschild
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Costs between 35 up to 5000€ in Germany. In particularly severe cases even jail.

    Unpopular opinions
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    One time I was in open court with this kid, he just turned 21 & went out drinking for the first time, didn’t want to drive & walked home, went pee in an alley behind Safeway at 2:00am a cop seen him and arrested him. In court he took responsibility, told the judge the situation & said he accepts the punishment. The judge said “good job taking responsibility, 6 months in jail 2 years probation & register as a sex offender for life.” The kid started crying and said I will lose my job, car & house. The judge said “ do the crime, do the time.” One of the most F****d up things I’ve ever seen in my life. If I didn’t witness this myself I would not even believe this story.

    John Jameson
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Guess I have been lucky not to be in the European countries where peeing on the walk in popular. Can you tell me where that is so I can avoid them?

    Timbob
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Why would ANYBODY think that?

    Hobby Hopper
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    For sanitary reasons? My thought is, if it's that big of a need, maybe we should be providing facilities. Personally I don't really care if someone pees in the street or in an alley, but I guess if people did it a whole lot, it would smell bad.

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    #28

    30 Americans Warn Foreigners About What Things To Never Do In The US Never [mess] with Floridaman. He will beat you with experience every time.

    bRightOnRebbit , Beachbumledford Report

    John Jameson
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Floridaman has become Floridagovernor and Floridastate it seems like.

    DC
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Florida Man always was my favourite hero, villain, idiot, genius and woman. All of it. At once.

    Tezdon Robinson
    Community Member
    2 years ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    oh lawd dont do dis. hes seen alligators shoved into wendys establishments

    AliJanx
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    As a gentle reminder, Floridaman is never from Florida. Wasn't born in Florida, doesn't know how to pronounce Floridian cities' names, and generally has a casual relationship with his own teeth.

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    #29

    30 Americans Warn Foreigners About What Things To Never Do In The US Don’t talk to your wife about trying New York pizza in arabic on a plane to New York.

    Purging_mofos , JJFarquitectos Report

    Erntp Nwjd
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    And don't write mathematical equations whilst on a plane: https://www.snopes.com/fact-check/italian-economist-removed-terrorism/

    SCP 4666
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Especially no differential equations

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    Fraxinus excelsior
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I've listened to lots of folks talking in their native language on planes, and never once did I think they were plotting dastardly deeds somewhere.

    censorshipsucks
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    this sounds like an experience that you had.

    Nitka Tsar
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    That‘s interestingly specific…

    Michael Largey
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I prefer people around me on a plane to speak a foreign language. (1) It's much easier to blot out as white noise. (2) There are so many things in so many conversations that I really don't want to know about.

    JMP
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    THE DICTATOR - Official Clip - "Helicopter Ride" https://youtu.be/IdKm5lBb2ek?t=116

    Romek Vili
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Russian man in airort shouts to wife. ”Alla, ja v bar” (Alla, I will be in bar)

    Larry XK
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Number one, don't believe everything you read here

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    #30

    30 Americans Warn Foreigners About What Things To Never Do In The US Talk openly about politics

    anon , YuriArcursPeopleimages Report

    Vermontah
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Ever since Trump that is because his fans are rabid, uninformed and violent enough to storm the capital.

    Loki's_Lil_Butterknife
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This applies to so many other countries. Talking politics and religion with a group of people you do not know well can lead to some very awkward situation.

    Riley Quinn
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    It wasn't like this before 2016, but now it's downright dangerous. As repeatedly mentioned, lots of Americans have dumb opinions and guns.

    Michael Largey
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Talking to Americans about the politics in your home country might be worthwhile. Many Americans know little about how a multi-party parliamentarian democracy works. And with the current common dissatisfaction with our two-party system, you might get a lot of interested listeners on both the left and the right.

    Unpopular opinions
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    1/3 the population is psycho Republicans, 1/3 psycho Democrats & 1/3 decent folks.

    Klopec
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    No no, not good idea.

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