Why don't Americans like England?
444113
It's the Republicans that don't like the U.K.. Not every body over here is Conservative. Most of them have a limited, down-home, red-neck, self appointed Christian attitude, since George Bush has been elected. In other words they are not very intelligent Mate. We don't like them either, So don't pay any attention to what they are saying. it's the blind leading the blind. America is going to vote Bush's Congress out real soon, and they will really start running their mouths then.
450098
I haven't noticed this at all. I'm not sure most American teenagers even have a clue as to what the attitude of their U.K. peers is on the war. As far as the general population of the U.K. resenting America's intrusive foreign policies, that' nothing new. And while Fox News does tend to be polarizing when it comes to attitudes about national boundaries, it generally backs up the U.K. while attacking just about everybody else. If anything, I would say that most Americans, especially conservatives actually perceive the U.K. as our only true ally right now.
1137826
England are really bad at football and the english people are so arrogant (i'm english btw and i live in england). I think they feel a need to show that they're tough and they're "better" than everyone else. They attempt to do this by fighting other people and "winning", though it's really pathetic. They want to show it by offering the best in their country at football, but that'll never happen, so they resort to doing it themselves violently...
23596
They do not dislike the US.  They dislike some of our policies that they perceive is not in their favor.
980222
Hi there! I moved to England when I was 14 so lets see if I can help. \n\nFor the most part people will be really nice. A lot of people are really interested in American culture and you'll get asked the same questions over and over again, but it's all good.\n\nThere is a lot of anti-American feeling over here given the current political situation. Everyone- and I mean EVERYONE- hates Bush. But the English are very good at keeping that seperate from how they judge individuals, so it won't impact their opinion of you for the most part. Don't worry about that, be prepared for the odd joke but laugh it off because they are just kidding.\n\nSomeone already said this, but you must be able to laugh at yourself. Americans can have a certain arrogance. At school and in the media we got taught to be really openly patriotic and it's really annoying to the rest of the world. A lot of Americans will stand up and declare that the USA is the greatest country in the world when they don't even know anything about other places (like, it's not the ONLY free country!). So just be open-minded.\n\nTry and learn things about geography and anthropology as well. Just showing that you're knowledgable about the world outside the USA will impress them, and help us defy the stereotype of Americans who don't know where any other countries are, let alone the language they speak.\n\nDon't complain about food portions or the fact that you tend not to get free refills for your soft drinks in restaurants. I had some friends visit and I swear it's all the talked about the whole time. "Oh my god, I can't believe how much coke costs, and the glass is soooo small!". Comment on things you like and appreciate until you become an honorary Brit- then you can start b*tching about Tony Blair, the NHS and the bloody weather.\n\nOh and forget the etiquette books. Honestly, you'll just come across as pretentious. Read "Notes from a Small Island" and "Notes from a Big Country" by Bill Bryson- it's all about the cultural differences between the US and the UK. Hilarious reading, and will make you see things you take for granted differently.
99350
I propose we change the version of english spoken in the US, and call it American. Being that we are a bigger and meaner country than England, we can bully them and say we speak proper english, but truth be told, English is from England.
957895
I think the USA is a great country and I love visiting there.\nI think we (as in the british) tend to 'typecast' the american people and that is unfair.You cannot generalise on such a large scale,there is good and bad in every race,nationality & religion and all people should be taken on an individual basis.One thing I admire Americans for is their patriotism,something that seems to be lacking in Britain now.It would seem,in the U.K,that to be a patriot you must also be some sort of rascist,which isn't the case.\nI must say however I don't rate thier president but nor do I rate our prime minister.
60260
I believe most Americans do like immigrants after all that is what our country was founded on.  What Americans do not like is people (immigrants if you will) that abuse the welfare system.  I say don't come if you can't pay your way.  And learn the language please.
1084607
Hi, I am an Englishman and never visited the States. I suppose like many people I would have to say that I have had mixed feelings about the USA. Most of the information regarding world events etc comes via the media and does not I think always give the most unbiased opinion. Not just in political events. We all see popular shows like Oprah and this without doubt has a profoundly negative effect. We see in the main what can only be described as weirdos and have to wonder if these strange selfish people are indicative of the country as a whole.\nHigh consumers, irresponsible ecological attitude and a me, me, me mind set.\nAll sounds horrible doesn't it? Thankfully there is the Internet where over the past couple of years I have made some excellent friends who have illustrated that there is a far more caring and unselfish, generous aspect to many of the citizens of the US than I previously thought. \nMy country and yours have been strong allies both economically and in time of conflict and shared a whole lot together. I personally hope that this will always be the case.\nWho knows what may happen in Iraq, North Korea and the rest of the world. But I believe that in the main (although always influenced by oil) The forces currently in Iraq are trying extremely hard to bring about stability. If they were only allowed to do so, your country and mine could bring our troops home. The sooner the better.\nIn a nut shell I am pro American. OK?
506902
I don't understand how American protects the English. They are allies. Both support each other. The British have thier own military and spies. They spy on the U.S. citizens communications and the U.S. spies on thier. Then they swap interestin information. That way no one spies on their own citizens, although it is now obvious the U.S. does keep records of peoples phone calls, whether or not they actually listen to them.\nRegardless, the U.S. doesn't really PROTECT them, their just buddies.
419153
Speaking as an Englishman....\n\nAmericans visiting England CAN be stereotyped as noisy, brash and demanding. \nThat is not at all my experience of visiting Americans, who are generally courteous, considerate, and polite - unless of course they're here on a Preaching Mission. \n\nBecause of the media, most people in England believe that the US is all like New York or San Francisco. \n\nThis is about as accurate as imagining that all Englishmen wear a bowler hat. \nBowler hats are extinct outside of the ancient heart of the City of London, where they are increasingly rare. \n\nBecause so much English humour is based on irony, American humour often seems too obvious. (American soaps are predictable and formulaic.) \n\nIt can sometimes seem to an English person therefore that Americans are lacking in real humour.\nMisunderstandings are likely, where Americans think the English are bawdy or coarse, whilst the English think the Americans are being prissy. \nThis is a real cultural difference. \n\nOn the other hand, just about everyone in England loves The Simpsons, and most of the young want to go to New York. \n\nHowever, if your president is typical, it is evident that few Americans know much about the rest of the world. \n\nIf you think I'm wrong, try this: \nA while ago, I tried to name as many of the States as I could, and got 38. \nIf you're American, how many English counties can you name? \n\nBut maybe I should declare myself, and admit that although I've lived in Britain all my life, my grandfather was born in 1888 in a log cabin in Tawas, Michigan, built by his father. \n\nAnd maybe that's just typical of the way our histories are inextricably linked. \nAmericans and British are intrigued by one another. \nLong may that continue!
975383
Until 4 years ago, my opinion of Americans was Rude, Loud, Arrogant, Inconsiderate. When I went to Mexico, this was justified.\n\n3 years ago, I visited Upstate New York, and my opinion changed, I have met a lot of good people, not many of them are rude and arrogant, in fact, very few.\n\nOriginally being from England, I have learnt a lot about American upbringing since I have been here. \n\nThere are US flags everywhere, people are proud to be American. \n\nChildren are taught the national anthem at a young age, they are proud, and their nation makes them feel proud.\n\nThey are taught that America is the best country in the world, the Land of the Free.\n\n70% of Americans do not hold a passport, or have never left the continental US. They have never compared their country to another civilised country, so are naive in that respect, and they tend to regard other countries as less civilised, and inferior.\n\nGenerally, they are good people! I live here now, so they can't be that bad!
547964
You are slightly miss guided.  Americans love the Brits.  We love Monty Python, the Beatles, the Young Ones, John Cleese, Fish & Chips, mmmm Bass Ale and many other things native to England.  We share the same enthusaism to get drunk before major "football" & "futbol" games.  We are die hard fanatics about supporting our football teams.  We have even started to become better at futbol by having english preimere players plyaing for the major league soccer teams.  American women are still intrigued by the Royal Family.  We love that Dianna became Princess Di.  We love to hear your accent and as a previous answer stated - the accent does make you more attractive and intelligent.  We love how an ice cream truck is called Mr. Whippy, an elevator called a lift, things like that.  We love that we think the same way and are not afraid to stand up to dictators, tyrants, murders, and morally do the right thing.  We share the same contept for the lame French.  We love Darts.  I could go on but you get the point.\n\nAs far as bad teeth and not washing - that is definatley more directed at the French rather than Brits, in my humble opinion.\n\nHave a great day!!
1147497
I have no idea.  i am a American, and i live in England, and everyone has their little opinion on America and its so annoying, people think they're experts on America, and they've never even been there.  If I was to talk bad about a third world country people would think i was rude and stuck-up, but for some reason people from other countries think they can sat whatever they want about my country.  I have met Africans from really bad countries and they have the audacity to talk about America and how violent it is, when they live in country that is at war or is far more violent than America.  I think alot of them are jealous and wish they could live in the most powerful country in the world.
234843
Because americans love to hate.
577165
I perfectly Understand im from england, and so many fo my friends want to leave england becuase they say its crap and full of immigrants and crime and theres no jobs and the weather is horrible.\n\nIm not exactly the msot patriotic person on the plaent by i love my country im proud to be english so why isnt anyone else??
1118637
Why are you such an idiot?? What gives you the right to assume that all English football fans are idiots?? I'm a England fan, but certainly not an idiot. Don't you just hate generalisation's....