What's funny about this is that the Founding Fathers were, almost to a man, intellectuals.  And they should have more impact on "what makes an American an American" than football commercials, country and western music, or beer.  But I agree that we have fallen a long way in 225 years (especially during the past five years).

Nothing wrong with beer, mind you, although what Americans drink domestically is actually sort of a light beer. If you want a real beer, try Guinness or a good teutonic brand like Paulaner or Warsteiner.

-Kev

And they should have more impact on "what makes an American an American" than football commercials, country and western music, or beer.

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"Beer is proof that God loves us and wants us to prosper."- Ben Franklin

"Beer is proof that God loves us and wants us to prosper."- Ben Franklin

I always loved that quote. I'm guessing he really said that. It does sound so very Poor Richard.