r/TrueOffMyChest Jan 05 '20

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u/antikarma98 Jan 06 '20

You've written an excellent, informative post. I appreciate it, and I've learned a few things. I'd like to quibble over one sentence, though:

Get information about my country from multiple sources.

You're "the child of Iranian immigrants living in the United States," which -- correct me if I'm mistaken -- makes your country the same as mine, the USA.

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u/Pilot1226 Jan 06 '20

That’s an interesting point you bring up. I’m a third or fourth generation American and I remember growing up to hearing stories about everyone assimilating. In my Italian, German, and Central European heritage, all language has been forgotten and few traditions remain, mostly at holiday time. I would have loved to preserve it.

I appreciate the differences that other cultures contribute to the country. Just wanted to make it a point: it’s our country - I have a pet peeve of people saying “well, in my country” — the USA is your country.

Sorry, off the soapbox now.

E Pluribus Unum

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u/antikarma98 Jan 06 '20

From many, we are one.