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Old 03-02-2010, 08:05 PM   #38
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I don't know much about Justin but he is a top athlete but if you want to know why some Canadians have a poor attitude of the United States, just look at the thread where the Texas reporter refers to our games as comparable to the Nazi games of 1936 just because Canada showed a little patriotism.

I've seen it. I understand the poor attitude, I really do. My country (and countrymen) annoys the hell out of me quite often.

I just think the generalizations are ignorant and way too pervasive.

I also think that, when so many of us in this forum have relatives and close friends on either side of the border, it can be offensive. I would hope my brother-in-law would defend me against those generalizations if his buddies were spewing. I've seen a few around here defend me in that situation. That makes me smile.

I defend Canadians at every opportunity.

One of the things I love about Canada is that the maple leaf is everywhere, btw. I love your guys' patriotism!
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