Things you do that are "un-American."

Maybe 98%, because I would be sitting there wondering how many families could be fed and clothed for a year on whatever it cost to fly those jets over the stadium...

PeggyC said:

Maybe 98%, because I would be sitting there wondering how many families could be fed and clothed for a year on whatever it cost to fly those jets over the stadium...

it's not the money that bugs me.  It's more -- do we need to be reminded of the military constantly?

the other thing that makes me un-American is that I don't believe the military is "protecting our freedom." I don't believe for one minute that if we weren't bombing countries all over the Middle East, Africa, and Central Asia, that we would suddenly fall into totalitarianism.

I agree. But I would also be annoyed at the cost and the use to which it's put.

I'm on the internet right now (obviously).  The internet is very American, having been invented by Al Gore.    I have multiple devices in my home with which to access the Internet including desktop and laptop computers, an Ipad, an Iphone and a Samsung phone.  None of which are "American" or made in America.  I went clothes shopping over he weekend.  None of the clothes I tried on were American.  I also went food shopping.  I think the turkey I purchased was grown in America, but it is very likely the workers in the plant that processed my All American Turkey were Mexican.  By the way, I was born in Hawaii, so according to a lot of Republicans, I might not be "American" either.

Last night we had lamb chops (Australian).  I had a bagel with lox for breakfast ( not American) with coffee (not American) and a slice of pizza for lunch (also not American) and a cup of tea (also not American).   IF we are what we eat are any of us really American after all.

If you are eating your Thanksgiving dinner at an old fashioned Mahogony dining table, your table isn't American either.  If your good china is Lenox you are are dining on true blue American China, but if it is pale bone china, chances are it is Limoges, from France, or one of the British brands or even German.  Most of the "good" china sold now, whether it's an "American" brand or not is made elsewhere.

Even if you are dining on American China, it's still China, which is obviously not America. 

About 1/3 of American flags are manufactured outside the US, mostly in China.  So if you decide to fly Old Glory on this most American of Holidays, there is a 33% chance it was made in China.

My last couple of meals: Tortilla Soup (Mexican); Chicken Parm and Spaghetti (Italian); Feta/Spinach/Tomato Omelette (Greek/Turkish); Ramyon (Japanese); Kimchee Chigae (Korean); Pancakes with fruit and whipped cream (Belgian); Bulgogi/Rice/Lettuce/Samjang/Seaweed/Radish Soup (Korean); Fried Chicken and Yams (Jamaican); Frosted Flakes with fruit (American).

Had some falafel the other day. With the current climate I'd say that about as bad as things can get.

ml1 said:

PeggyC said:

Maybe 98%, because I would be sitting there wondering how many families could be fed and clothed for a year on whatever it cost to fly those jets over the stadium...

it's not the money that bugs me.  It's more -- do we need to be reminded of the military constantly?

the other thing that makes me un-American is that I don't believe the military is "protecting our freedom." I don't believe for one minute that if we weren't bombing countries all over the Middle East, Africa, and Central Asia, that we would suddenly fall into totalitarianism.

Fascist!

sac said:  "My mother-in-law makes a green jello "salad" that has cottage cheese in it."

sac, my MIL did the same, EVERY time we visited.  I was trying to set a good example for my little kids at the time, but just couldn't eat it, so I'm not sure what was in it besides the cottage cheese.  I'm pretty sure the cottage cheese was not a sub for something else.

And re: green bean casserole, we never had that when I was a kid, but I looove the fried onions.  We use a version that is for "the day after," using chopped turkey and mashed potatoes in addition to the beans and sauce, and of course the fried onions.  Yum!

Unamerican? I refuse to hold my hand over my heart when the sing the National Anthem at ball games (when did that start???). Though I do take off my hat.

ParticleMan said:

Unamerican? I refuse to hold my hand over my heart when the sing the National Anthem at ball games (when did that start???). Though I do take off my hat.

When did it become mandatory to stand for God Bless America even though it isn't the national anthem?

At the ballpark, I eat frankfurters.

DaveSchmidt said:

At the ballpark, I eat frankfurters.

Because the American Act would be to have a hot dog?

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I don't recycle.

drummerboy said:

DaveSchmidt said:

At the ballpark, I eat frankfurters.

Because the American Act would be to have a hot dog?

no.  it would be a Freedomfurter

pmartinezv said:

I still celebrate 3 Kings Day (Jan 5th to the 6th) and I still place a toy on my son's bedroom window sill, just like it was done when I was a kid. Yes we still celebrate "Christmas" by getting all gifts under the tree, except for one. Old habits die hard. 

And I still have issues having a cold lunch. 

Good to know I'm not the only who still celebrates it. 

In Dom.Rep that is how we celebrate and leave gifts in the holidays. But we do celebrate Christmas (25th) and leave some gifts as well. 

For breakfast, it's not always eggs, bacon, cereal and toast (19th Century American), but sometimes Radish Soup/Rice (Korean), Udon (Japanese), Feta/Cucumbers/Tomatoes/Olives/Kibbe/Bread (Turkish), or Cheeses/Hams/Hard-boiled egg/Fruit/Jam/Bread (Dutch). The coffee is always very strong (French/Italian).

I think the "Star Spangled Banner" is too belligerent (un-American), and would prefer "America the Beautiful" as our National Anthem, because I love our national parks (American).

noo2wood said:

I think the "Star Spangled Banner" is too belligerent (un-American), and would prefer "America the Beautiful" as our National Anthem, because I love our national parks (American).

Yes!

I would also banish "God Bless America" to the dust pile of history.

noo2wood said:

I think the "Star Spangled Banner" is too belligerent (un-American), and would prefer "America the Beautiful" as our National Anthem, because I love our national parks (American).

Also, I read once where it is the hardest song to sing, tonally. And off-key singing is so un-American.

Now that I think of it, being an atheist feels very un-American most times. God and religion are referenced and spoken of in every facet of American public life. 

noo2wood said:

I think the "Star Spangled Banner" is too belligerent (un-American), and would prefer "America the Beautiful" as our National Anthem, because I love our national parks (American).

I'm actually a big fan of the Star Spangled Banner when it's sung right. I watched a guy sing it at Sunday night football a couple of weeks ago and it almost brought me to tears. No to mention Soma's own Alex Kariotis, who practically owns that tune.

Having said that (about the anthem) I find it weird that Americans don't sing along. Anyone watching the NFL games played in London will find a marked contrast in the US and UK anthems as the entire stadium will sing God Save The Queen, often almost drowning out whoever is being paid to sing it.

ridski said:

Having said that (about the anthem) I find it weird that Americans don't sing along. Anyone watching the NFL games played in London will find a marked contrast in the US and UK anthems as the entire stadium will sing God Save The Queen, often almost drowning out whoever is being paid to sing it.

The UK are a bunch of socialists all singing together. In 'merica we value individual achievement, so we listen respectfully as our Darwinian superior does it right.

mjh said:

I would also banish "God Bless America" to the dust pile of history.

I actually like "God Bless America" because of the line "white with foam"... also because of this scene...

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Nwl4xV6wuRI

noo2wood said:

ridski said:

Having said that (about the anthem) I find it weird that Americans don't sing along. Anyone watching the NFL games played in London will find a marked contrast in the US and UK anthems as the entire stadium will sing God Save The Queen, often almost drowning out whoever is being paid to sing it.

The UK are a bunch of socialists all singing together. In 'merica we value individual achievement, so we listen respectfully as our Darwinian superior does it right.

Or, you know, Roseanne Barr.

I was watching "Saints and Strangers" on National Geographic, and all I could think when watching the folks suffering on the Mayflower was... hmmm, there were others that came over suffering much more. And all I could think when they were pining for their families and loved ones was... hmmm, you people are about to wipe out and tear apart entire civilizations and cultures. And all I could think when watching the folks struggling to survive and establish a home was... hmmm, this is not your home, so stop whining. I suppose that general train of thought is un-American.

nothing has nor will ever beat "America F*&k Yeah!".

Robert_Casotto said:

nothing has nor will ever beat "America F*&k Yeah!".

McDonald's (F Yeah!)
Wal-Mart (F Yeah!)
The Gap (F Yeah!)
Baseball (F Yeah!)
The NFL (F Yeah!)
Rock N' Roll (F Yeah!)
The Internet (F Yeah!)
Slavery (F Yeah!)

Starbucks (F Yeah!)
Disneyworld (F Yeah!)
Porno (F Yeah!)
Valium (F Yeah!)
Reeboks (F Yeah!)
Fake T*ts (F Yeah!)
Sushi (F Yeah!)
Taco Bell (F Yeah!)
Rodeos (F Yeah!)
Bed, Bath and Beyond (F yeah)

Liberty (F Yeah!)
Wax Lips (F Yeah!)
The Alamo (F Yeah!)
Band-aids (F Yeah!)
Las Vegas (F Yeah!)
Christmas (F Yeah!)
Immigrants (F Yeah!)
Popeyes (F Yeah!)
Democrats (F Yeah!)
Republicans (..F Yeah..F Yeah)
Sportsmanship (...)
Books (....)

The inclusion of British company Reebok is one of my favorites.