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Episode 8: Why are so many visitors surprised by how nice Americans are?
We're back from our short summer break and ready to dive into yet another topic that runs deep in our society.
As the World Cup brings millions of people to the United States, many are discovering a paradox: the country often portrayed as aggressive, divided, and domineering is filled with remarkably friendly, generous, and welcoming people.
In this episode, Herman Forwood explores the gap between personal kindness and political behavior. Why do people who would gladly help a stranger, a neighbor, or a visitor sometimes support policies that seem far less compassionate? Drawing on history…
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