I think that this type of reference to America is very disrespectful. You may not agree to what happens in America (Lord knows I don't always), but at least this country does allow you the freedom to say so! You are given this privelege (free speech) because this is America and not a country that censor's what its constituents say. My grandfathers, uncles, and father fought (and many died) in wars that allowed us the freedom we have today. I can understand people having differing opinions about society today, but not being disrespectful in regards to the freedoms that this country affords. If you truly feel that you will never get ahead here, then why stay? I really have never heard a good answer to this question. If its so terribly bad that you can't stand to be here...then go! At least you know you'll have the freedom to do so.