I don't think that "(some) Americans hate non-Americans" here but I do get tired of the European-style of argument wherein it seems that one can say anything in any tone of voice and expect others, not born to the culture, to accept and understand the sentiment behind it. To me, it seems that insult and denigration are common tools to Europeans, much more so than to Americans (and I am including Canada- Canadians, I think, have the same view of respecting the speaker).

That said, I *don't* respect the random non-sequitur thrown into a conversation- "I don't feel no-ways tard"- Really? Did you look at that link, ake? It is from the 2008 presidential race and quotes a line from a 'black' hymn.

And Richard Bridge, the USA does not hate those immigrants "in or seeking to enter America". That applies an awfully broad brush and most of us don't deserve that smear. This country is a nation of immigrants; many, many of us have parents or grandparents from the 'old country'. The current controversy addresses the under-the-barbed wire approach to immigration, worries about our economy, and the future of the country. For the record, I don't share those worries but many do, in all sincerity. As far as I can see, differing views have made our country what it is and I am for it.