Living in Switzerland ruined me for America and its lousy work culture (2016)

Re:Living in Switzerland ruined me for America and its lousy... by ryandrake on Sunday June 16, 2019 @03:19PM (#20197337)

I agree that’s why the USA was dominant in the late 20th century, but how long until that reason expires? Are we going to be in 2070 still blaming WW2 for holding Europe back?

At some point it becomes less and less about WW2 and more about the USA’s relentless optimization for economic growth at all costs, often over other things that would make this country more civilized and humane.

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Re:Living in Switzerland ruined me for America and its lousy... by whalabi on Sunday June 16, 2019 @07:23PM (#20198580)

I think as well there's a snowball effect when you're the world's only superpower - a rich get richer equivalent for countries.

For example, a brain drain to the states because it's seen as wealthy and powerful would only compound that wealth.

But also if you're starting with the best technology and a lot of money, you get ahead of others faster.

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