I really don't like Bush at all, I think he is stupid, and I voted third party. Would you suggest this to be a good opening line when meeting people from the UK?
2006-07-23 08:43:46 · 37 answers · asked by Anonymous in Society & Culture ➔ Other - Society & Culture
Yes I think it would appeal to our twisted sense of humour...
2006-07-23 08:48:17 · answer #1 · answered by Banwa 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Sounds a little paranoid!
Let your actions & words speak louder than the gibberish that Bush blurts out (like may others in power Bush only ever knows a small proportion of whats going on in the world, and constantly needs prodding to make him act!).
Be polite, helpful, understanding, and learn to listen- it's impossible to say the wrong thing if your listening.
Just be yourself, relax and don't get involved with politics unless surrounded by friends & lots of drink.
Don't visit England for the politics, enjoy the sights, the food, the people and don't forget , we'll always chat about the weather!
Kindest regards, Dave.
2006-07-23 09:10:45 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
No. You will be emphasizing it too much. Don't forget that Bush started off as an appointed President and after watching Fahrenheit 9/11, I realized how undemocratic it was. Besides politics are not a great bedwarmer. Try talking about other things like music, entertainment, the weather, shopping, art, sports, etc. You are on vacation, why worry about the news? Also, Blair is in bed with Bush, so why rub it in?
2006-07-23 08:48:35 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
I would advise you never to open any conversation with a political point of view. Politics come much later in conversation. Long after personal details, the weather, and the cost of living here in England. I think most people here would agree with you that Bush is a prize pillock but talking about him only comes after a few beers!
2006-07-23 08:59:26 · answer #4 · answered by Lewis M 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
First let me say,you would be very welcome in England any time! I am very surprised at the comments on here about the English and our way of life. NONE of you have the faintest idea what you are talking about!
President Bush? Most poo-hoo politicians but we would not be rude enough to ignore your comments,we would listen,have our say,then politely change the subject. Contra to what most on here think,we do have manners! I was under the impression,America and Britain were close allies,from what I read on here,it seems the exact opposite. Its not good to make enemies of friends,you normally end up alone!
I hope you do come to England,perhaps then you will find out for yourself,get to know English folk,they may very well surprise you!!
2006-07-23 09:15:05 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
I would only bring it up if someone asks you and you want to tell them. While I am no Bush fan either, there is no reason to assume that they Even care who you voted for or that it will make them like you any better(but most of the time they do) Hell, I've even gotten free stuff when I said it in the Middle East.
2006-07-23 08:49:09 · answer #6 · answered by consigliere 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
No, people who would make such assumptions wouldn't be worth talking to in the first place.
Stear away from politics - stick with the weather, it's hotter in the UK now than it normally is.
Have a great time in the UK, if you have enough time - try to see the Highlands of Scotland - in my opinion that's the most beautiful place in the UK.
2006-07-23 08:48:59 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
You can do as you wish, however, we have social rules to follow and the main one is that in polite conversation in public, one does not talk about religion and/or politics.
Most people in England will not be in the slightest bit interested in Mr Bush and I am sure that you wouldn't travel all that way just to bore people to death - would you?
2006-07-23 08:49:00 · answer #8 · answered by Raymo 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I'm firmly behind the Bush/Blair partnership over the way they've have handled the middle east. Bush don't stand no shite.. good on him.
If you visit England get yourself to North Yorkshire.
2006-07-23 08:50:19 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
That's a bit like trying to find anyone over here in the UK who will admit voting to join the European economic community, I'd not bother just say where you are from unless it is Texas.
2006-07-24 06:48:53 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
I don't think the average person in England cares that much about the USA or our politics. They might not love Bush but they have enough of their own problems to worry about. It is pretty haughty of us American to assume that anyone outside of the USA really cares to much about our own personal politics. So, no I wouldn't mention anything about who you did or didn't vote for unless someone asks.
2006-07-23 08:49:19 · answer #11 · answered by Gwen 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋