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Yep, I travel a lot internationally and have never encountered someone who was unpleasant to me just because I’m American. I think many Americans who don’t travel abroad much seem to *hugely* overestimate the odds of non-Americans being rude to them simply for being Americans.

L33@inktnerd.bsky.social

I've also found it rare to meet an America hater across the 6ish continents I've worked across. Most people are excited that you came to visit and are being polite and respectful (bonus points if you try to speak a couple local language greetings). They'll also generally br very curious about you!

galen ubal

@galenubal.bsky.social

3 June

I've been living in Australia for a couple of decades, I've still got my American accent, and I can think of ONE time when someone commented derisively (called me a seppo) in a half-joking, half-challenging way. And he was just a jerk.