Why do people hate Americans

[clickers]

Because we're so privileged and have a lot of modern items.

[jamrow36]

Having been to over 80 different nations..I can tell you that for the most part, we are perceived as nice, well mannered people. There are exceptions though and those exceptions make news in those countries or get in trouble.  Also, I have seen many tourists in other countries who act very foolish and rude in expecting the locals to make special rules and exemptions for them.  Always remember...be courteous, respectful, and aware that you are not in Kansas (or whatever state) anymore....and you will have a good vacation experience.

[demaina]

I think a lot of it is because of the politics.  We sorta police the world. 

Also, I've seen many people act foolish in other countries, which gives everyone a bad name.  Think of the people that cut you off while driving or that think they are so special that they should cut in line or whatever.  It's more those people that we are compared to.

Plus there's also people who don't respect the countries traditions.  Say you aren't supposed to show your chest in a certain country.  Some people think it doesn't apply to them since they are on vacation.  That doesn't mean the people there won't look down on you for insulting their traditions.

[derrick12480]

I'm american and i dont even like americans.lol. for the most part people here are way too cocky and think they are so much better than everyone else. hate to break it to you but we all are human and live on the same ground. it's called earth. Even the poorest countries have good things about them.

[tashamjoy]

I agree with the entitlement and ignorance we think we are entitled to everything and we know everything and our way is right !!! Our way of life is right and everything else is wrong !! I think ppl have a lot of reasons to hate us and I dont want to write and essay....

[falcon9]

I agree with the entitlement and ignorance we think we are entitled to everything and we know everything and our way is right !!! Our way of life is right and everything else is wrong !! I think ppl have a lot of reasons to hate us and I dont want to write and essay....

While there are probably are a number of Americans who somehow believe they are "entitled" to this or that, there are significantly more people in other countries receiving foreign aid from the U.S. than our own people are getting.  Are those people "entitled" to that assistance?  Do people in other countries believe their way of life is the "right" way?  These aspects of human behaviour aren't strictly "American" by a long shot.  Perhaps if those in other countries "hate" Americans in their hypocrisy, such aid as is given to them by the U.S. should be rejected by those ingrates.

[tantricia44]

*clickers ~Aaahhhhhaahhhmmma, I think it's understood that Americans right now is not exactly on world's most favorite in the country list! Let see,current events; American soldiers peeing on dead natives, American soldiers caught burning in the trash the Koran, & a couple of days ago, a lone American soldier sneaked out & went to a nearby Afghan village & slaughtered 16 defenseless women,children,& unarmed men. Nope, I don't think we'll be on that like list w/other countries for a long,long,long,long, time. 

I haven't traveled that much but what I've notice is if you arrive w/this huffy attitude natives will automatically hate you. My brother went to France, & he was treated fine.Of course, my bro is a people person & can pick up friends anywhere any language! He said, that they really where more willing to help  when he picked up his French dictionary & struggled trying to speak their language. So, I guess he didn't portray that I'm American stigma the you need to serve me, speak my language even though I'm in your country & I'm the foreigner. So, in general, when you're traveling out of the country leave the negative American attitude at home. When you're traveling to a different country go w/the attitude that shows I want to learn about this country. Prepare before hand, read up on the country you're going to visit. Check customs, religion/beliefs,culture, etc. The best way to start getting other countries to like us is when traveling overseas become that representative for the US & demonstrate the good Americans.

[krissi79]

  I think it has to do a lot with our gov. Also when  people in different countries see movies and t.v. shows they think all Americans are rich.

[inertia4]

I think it's about how america is viewed by other countries. The media makes america look bad, and lets not forget the republicans that make this country look like rich pigs who don't care about anyone else. Thats because the republicans view the world as useless. Now the democrats are for the working man, the poor people. There is more homeless in this country then anyone really knows. And with the economy that we have right now is the result of another republican, george bush. The republicans would love to see all the little people either die off or become slaves.

[Abrupt]

I think it's about how america is viewed by other countries. The media makes america look bad, and lets not forget the republicans that make this country look like rich pigs who don't care about anyone else. Thats because the republicans view the world as useless. Now the democrats are for the working man, the poor people. There is more homeless in this country then anyone really knows. And with the economy that we have right now is the result of another republican, george bush. The republicans would love to see all the little people either die off or become slaves.

brainwashed much?

[falcon9]

I think it's about how america is viewed by other countries. The media makes america look bad, and lets not forget the republicans that make this country look like rich pigs who don't care about anyone else. Thats because the republicans view the world as useless. Now the democrats are for the working man, the poor people. There is more homeless in this country then anyone really knows. And with the economy that we have right now is the result of another republican, george bush. The republicans would love to see all the little people either die off or become slaves.

brainwashed much?

Some might feel that if their brains aren't washed, they'll have a dirty mind.

[Abrupt]

I think it's about how america is viewed by other countries. The media makes america look bad, and lets not forget the republicans that make this country look like rich pigs who don't care about anyone else. Thats because the republicans view the world as useless. Now the democrats are for the working man, the poor people. There is more homeless in this country then anyone really knows. And with the economy that we have right now is the result of another republican, george bush. The republicans would love to see all the little people either die off or become slaves.

brainwashed much?

Some might feel that if their brains aren't washed, they'll have a dirty mind.

I used to think I had a photographic memory but then I realized it was just pornographic...

[tzs]

my fiance told me this the other day...will someone educate me?  I feel like it's unfair because I personally did nothing to the other countries, so why if I go there would I be hated on?!

That's just it, its not just about you as an individual, Its not a personal vendetta against you, its many years of conflict, religious differences, politics, power, ect. Unfortunately, it seems lately that the cycle never ends. The easiest way other countries choose to let Americans know they are pissed off at the US or other countries is by harming others who are otherwise oblivious to the unrest and conflict-innocents. And yes, It is unfair and cruel, but sometimes, when you reach your hand out to help foreign interests,  like the US has done several times, past and present, they can either take your hand willingly and press for a change to all of the violence and death around them, or they can choose to slap it away, tell you that your very existence does not matter, and the fact that you are trying to help discusts them. In turn, they can choose to shoot you in the face, blow you up, take you hostage, threaten you and your loved ones, blow up buildings, and the list goes on and on. A *bleep* pointless cycle, indeed.

 There are far too many folks in other countries that really dislike America and everything we are about, and there is nothing we can do about it. Such a deep-seeded hatred that has passed from generation to generation, its almost unfathomable to imagine. Peace is no longer an option. Its almost as if evolution has stopped, and understanding, empathy, and conflict-resolution has been bred out of their genes completely. Combined with one hell of a religious-jugernaught that is monotone and stedfast, the result is that compromise is seen as weakness, negotiation is a waste of time, betrayal and paranoia run rampant, and in turn, controlling others by fear and the threat of death takes over-forever.

 Don't get me wrong, I stand behind our forces in the military, but military intervention, or not-you may be able to help bring relief from war and discontent to a few towns, but not an entire country or nation. Its just not that simple anymore. That is why the threat of being harmed when you travel overseas is very real and serious. Its Sad but True......... Listen to your fiancee', he knows of what he speaks.......

[marcar1008]

I don't understand your question, but Americans are people too, Aren't we?  Who are the people you are referring too?

Your question: Why do people hate Americans?...... What are Americans? I would say people, right?

If people from other country hate us, maybe because of envy. 

[runy_brm]

I have no idea, i am not american butbi dont hate american. Maybe different culture?