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Old 11-12-2006, 11:59 AM
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Default Re: Europeans and Americans: attitude towards frugality

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Originally Posted by poundwise
I won't be able to give an adequate response to each of your questions, however, I did want to give a few simple answers.

Regarding the American perspective:

1) When Americans have wants, they want it NOW.

2) There is a growing sense of entitlement in America. That is, if you don't have something, you should.
Gee, you hit the nail on the head for most of America! Scary, isn't it?
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