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Strictmichael75 · 61-69, M
Certainly not
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dumasme · 51-55, M
@salwa Yes, I believe the USA is a very safe country to visit. If you watch the news, you'll see the very worst of what we have to offer but, miss the best. This country is rich in diversity of our people, landscape, traditions, values and ideas. If you come visit, there are areas you can venture into that will be fun and interesting in the daytime but, after dark you would definitely want to avoid. There is a saying that, "Nothing good happens after midnight" and its a wise warning to heed anywhere in the world.

If you come here, you are free to dress as you please, voice your opinions on ANY topic and move around the country anywhere you'd like without fear of being arrested (just don't break the laws), beat, or tortured because of who you are or what you believe.

I would be interested in what your life experiences have been, where you've lived or visited, it would give a nice view of the comparisons you could make.

I'm sure there are plenty of folks who will refute my opinion here and tell you how awful it is here but, honestly... I've traveled the world and been to so many places thanks to my service in the US Navy. I've seen REAL oppression, squalor and poverty, you won't see that here. Come visit us, if you get to Minnesota, let me know, I'll get you a cup of coffe (or tea) or whatever you like and be a great host and ambassador for you!

:)
swirlie · 31-35
@dumasme
I guess you've never heard of fascist President Donald Trump and his sidekick named "ICE", have you!

I don't mean to disrespect you in any way, but I think you've been out to sea for way too long, my friend!
Khenpal1 · M
@dumasme You are going to be deported if you have meme picture of Vance 😁
Khenpal1 · M
@dumasme It depends on person , mostly . If you stay for few weeks ...
cherokeepatti · 61-69, F
You need to be careful in large cities because there are some very unsafe areas in all of them. Was visiting back in the early 90’s and walking around in Hawthorne California. Perfect temperature for walking so we kept going and noticed the people getting weird and weirder. Turned around and walked back to the apartment. Then was told that we had been walking toward a bad neighborhood. Learned not to go traipsing around unless you know the area and are sure it is not crime-ridden area.
It's not a simple answer. Every places has good spots and bad spots. In addition to how you travel. But with the current state of affairs as it is, I wouldn't recommend a visit as highly right now as I would have.
4meAndyou · F
I would be very careful if visiting a major city. I don't think any major city is safe.
@4meAndyou

Yep, anywhere on earth.

It's been that way for a long time. Just watch the looting and the torching of autos and buildings that so many big cities experience, seemingly every few months.

50+ years ago I spent a few months in Saigon, in the middle of a war. A few months later in NYC, and I felt safer in Saigon than I did in NYC.
cherokeepatti · 61-69, F
@4meAndyou Used to be safe here all over my city of 130,000 or so. There was nowhere I would have been afraid of to walk around alone. Not anymore .Another woman got her face slashed while waiting at a bus stop here a few weeks ago.
Tracos · 51-55, M
I'm not so sure any more

Especially now that you have to declare all social media for entry into the country and make everything public so that everything can be checked for controversial posts and likes.

Not sure I want to share all SW stuff with border patrol
swirlie · 31-35
@Tracos
That's what fascist governments do to keep control of their citizens.
Tracos · 51-55, M
@swirlie in this case it would be non-citizens
swirlie · 31-35
@Tracos
It also applies to US citizens. ICE just locked up a former US Marine at the border after he re-entered the US after being away on vacation.
ReneeT · 61-69, F
I think it depends on where you go. And I guess it depends on where you're from, since your passport will probably be scrutinized. I hate to say it, but the government is making all of us look really bad
Khenpal1 · M
@ReneeT What the fuck , If I stay in 5 stars hotel I pay for it.
Anniedlr · 31-35, F
I don’t know but after the poor reception I received from the Border Staff last time I visited I have no intention of ever returning to the country to find out.
@looking4thesun thank you for revealing your bias.
@LamontCranston it may be biased but we both know the truth is there
I would stay clear of the place another 4 years, then we see what happens. Not safe at the moment no.
Bklynbadboy12 · 36-40, M
The US is on of the safest dont believe everything you see on tv ive lived here all of my life and have never been the victim of a crime
swirlie · 31-35
@Bklynbadboy12

Wrong. The USA doesn't even rank among the top 10 countries in the world to hold a passport in because of it's high crime rate, it's 2nd Amendment gun policy and America's extreme right-wing MAGA mentality observed from coast to coast.
SW-User
I don't know but I'm not going back there, even though i used to live there (I'm part American)
Caz82 · 41-45, F
@SW-User Dont you have personal and/or business relationships that would take you back there?
SW-User
@Caz82 well my company does a lot of work over there, but it’s not my area. Otherwise, barring weddings or funerals there will be nothing that will make me go back. I no longer consider the US my home
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The people are welcoming. The government, not so much.
I wouldn’t do it.
pdockal · 56-60, M
@nonsensiclesnail

Since when is the government against visitors ?????
@pdockal another one hiding under the rocks
Kiesel · 56-60, M
Adogslife · 61-69, M
Yes, definitely.
lissah · 36-40, F
Khenpal1 · M
@JackDaniels toursist don't count
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Khenpal1 · M
@JackDaniels You more live in Cyberpunk 2077😁
Yep...just stay away from democrat run cities...LA, SF, Seattle, Portland, Chicago, Detroit, Philadelphia, St Louis, etc...
@BizSuitStacy You forgot the city that never sleeps. 🤣
@FrogManSometimesLooksBothWays How could I forget to mention NYC? Or DC, Newark, Miami, New Orleans...
@BizSuitStacy NYC's current mayor should be behind bars even as we speak.
Pretzel · 70-79, M
I was born here - that's why I'm here
ProfessorPlum77 · 70-79, MVIP
For the most part, yes.
if you stay out if the big city's, stay off the interstate HI ways
Generally, yes. Stay in nicer areas, have all your travel docs in order and obey the laws while you are visiting.
nudistsueaz · 61-69, F
Mostly but it's improving
JackDaniels · 46-50, M
Yes, it is still safe.
ChipmunkErnie · 70-79, M
For most of the people, most of the time, pretty much.
samueltyler2 · 80-89, M
To some, and in some places.
ChipmunkErnie · 70-79, M
The vast majority of the country, yes.
Alex51 · 61-69, M
Where are you located
pdockal · 56-60, M
Like any other civilized country it all depends where you visit & why you visit
if you "fit in"
sure
but waatch your mouth!
Bklynbadboy12 · 36-40, M
What country are you in
swirlie · 31-35
@Bklynbadboy12
Answer her question first and then maybe she will answer your's. That's how it works here.
badminton · 61-69, MVIP
Some places are OK, others are less than safe.
If safety means getting shot, risk being deported for having a meme on your phone or riots in LA, it’s quite safe
When was it ever safe
Iwillwait · M
Of course. Just come here during the daytime .
cherokeepatti · 61-69, F
@Iwillwait And have someone guide you to as which areas to avoid
ShenaniganFoodie · 36-40, M
I'd love to think so but,,,,,,,,,,,,,,, I will not be visiting again anytime soon
HootyTheNightOwl · 41-45
Depends on what the current travel advisories where you live say???
MasterLee · 56-60, M
Yes moreso if not in liberal cities
Just stay out of Bed-Stuy.
hunkalove · 70-79, M
When was it ever safe? Maybe in a small town.
Musicman · 61-69, M
Absolutely!
DunningKruger · 61-69, M
Not even remotely.
Strictmichael75 · 61-69, M
I certainly wouldn’t visit with the clows 🤡running it!
Dangerous
Thrust · 56-60, M
@Strictmichael75

Best news I’ve got all day! 😊
Kypro · 46-50, M
If you’re white it’s more safe. But there are mass shootings each day so…
zonavar68 · 56-60, M
@Kypro Not in the right places though. Or is that politically incorrect. ;-)
Khenpal1 · M
@Kypro I'm fucking snow white , why would I go there ?
Kypro · 46-50, M
@Khenpal1 I just addressed the safety. Your choice
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Gibbon · 70-79, M
@Tminus6453 ☝ This
meh. ish. nothing's assured anywhere.
You'll never leave alive.
@FrogManSometimesLooksBothWays This is irresponsible. Frankly, you should be ashamed to post something so groudless.
StevexStephie · 70-79
Stay out of “red” states!
@StevexStephie Go to Chicago instead to guarantee a violent time.
MasterLee · 56-60, M
@StevexStephie the safest states are red
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Fukfacewillie · 56-60, M
No, it’s a fascist authoritarian state. We have roving good squads kidnapping people who are never seen again.
zonavar68 · 56-60, M
Until Trump and his insular regime are removed - no.
@Selah She turned away millions! (Voters, that is.)

 
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