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"The average American works 40% more hours during his life-time than the average European. "Who is better off?" says the article."

Tell me about it!! That's the "American Way (tm)"...which I am seeing more and more creep into Europe. I say: Don't go there...enjoy and appreciate the good quality of life you have here!!

"Once in awhile we get shown the light, in the strangest of places, if we look at it right" - Hunter/Garcia

by whataboutbob on Thu Jun 30th, 2005 at 11:31:17 AM EST
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Amen (none / 0)

I see too many households here who have to work two low paying jobs to make ends meet here. Don't be like that.

....because I would rather see us reduce the consumption of imported oil than have to send American boys to fight in the Persian Gulf. - John B. Anderson

by Anderson Republican on Fri Jul 1st, 2005 at 12:35:22 AM EST
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Same here (none / 0)

Amen, indeed. I don't mind to work hard or make long days when necessary, but I've always remained skeptical during my experiences with the American working frenzy. There's a time for work, and a time for relaxation and they should come in a good balance.

by Nomad on Fri Jul 1st, 2005 at 07:42:02 AM EST
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