If this stupid thread says one honest thing about Americans it is simply this : we really need every body to like us. Whether we think we are good guys, or good guys led by bad guys, or well-meaning over-priveledged dopes we really want your approval.

Somehow, I don't think the citizens of the Roman Empire had that Willy Loman aspect to their make up. And you know what? That's probably a good thing for us, and for the rest of you guys, too.

I'm outta here.