[Mr. Jeeves]

the Streets of Budapest Hungary appear more American than say the streets of San Francisco or Philadelphia

When you travel outside the United States, you will rapidly realize that the concept of "America" has moved out over the past few decades and is thriving elsewhere.

Disembarking at LAX is a firm reminder that one has returned to the Third World - not from it.

[bert]

Amen sir. A definite AMEN