The guy asked a reasonable question.
Ultimately it depends on what your definition of great is. If "great" == "sand" then Saudi Arabia is the greatest country in the world. If "great" == "opression of free speech, the exchange of ideas and trade" then China would be your choice.
This country is far from perfect. But if freedom from opression and racism is your definition, then no country has come further or done more to recognize the soverign, individual rights of all people, regardless of creed than this country.
If your definition of freedom includes freedome of expression (including speech, which language to speak, flag burning or art), then look no further.
If "great" is defined by opportunity, look no further. If "great" is defined by wealth, quality of life or free trade, look no further.
If your definition includes mixture of cultures, races and ethnicity living in harmony, look no further.
If your definition includes the best health care or advances in the technology sector, look no further.
If your definition includes the best medical schools and universities in the world, look no further.
If your definition includes a LACK of state controlled media and a free press, look no further.
Its not even close. We can do better. That's what amazes me. We screw so much up, but remain the best.
[This message has been edited by heath (edited 09-13-2001).]  |