^ Why don’t you become Russian? You love Putin and his politics and hate the West. Sure they would have you!
The grass is greener and all that stuff.
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^ Why don’t you become Russian? You love Putin and his politics and hate the West. Sure they would have you!
The grass is greener and all that stuff.
^^Very informative article. Good find. (albeit a bit apples vs oranges re: immigration histories)
Let's hope the two countries (US and Russia)come to terms with their disagreement over Crimea status.
The good old cold war answer to criticisme.Quote:
Originally Posted by misskit
You criticise the US at times
What would you like to ..become ?
Well, helge, you and I have been unhappy with where we lived, picked up our sticks, and moved to another country. It can be done.
I would like to become Thai.
What about you? Happy sitting around and being a contrarian in skandiland?
YesQuote:
Originally Posted by misskit
After experiencing Thailand, I can't say that I have ever been happier to have danish mud under my soul:)
And:
I don't need to move to some third world country to sustain a decent lifestyle.
I wish you luck and all the bestQuote:
Originally Posted by misskit
He probably got the same response he does on here and fucked off back to scandihooliganland with his tail between his legs.Quote:
Originally Posted by misskit
NopeQuote:
Originally Posted by harrybarracuda
Can't accuse anyone of being rude..to my face. :)
Wouldn't say that, but not far from the truth.Quote:
Originally Posted by harrybarracuda
Harder to keep up appearances, when kids are involved
Long story, Harry
We've been through that already, Backspit. Former Soviet states who were crippled by the Soviet occupation are even worse off than Russia - well done.
Take those out of it - zip . . . well, you can count them on one hand
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Originally Posted by panama hat
Capital flowed outward from the center in Moscow into these countries. The Soviets educated and industrialized them. Its 30+ years later and these countries have had their "freedom". And some are poorer now than when they were part of the bloc.
Can someone refresh my memory on how many of those South Americans massing at the U.S. border are really only there to get a direct flight to Russia?Quote:
Originally Posted by bsnub
Good Lord . . . why, Backspit . . . why?Quote:
Originally Posted by Backspin
Yes, the Soviet Union caved in, imploded and left the former Soviet republics in a massively worse situation as everything flowed to Moscow - since then. there has been a stream of ex-Soviets (many of he ethnic Russians) going back to the impoverished Russia because even that is better than their wasteland.
A good exercise for you: deduct the number of ex-Soviet territory 'immigrants' and let us know how many Italians, Germans, Dutch, Canadians, Swedes, Mexicans, Chilean, Malaysian, Australian, Japanese, South Africans, Congolese etc... emigrated to Russia.
Even you should know, and I'm stretching it here, that close to 100% of emigrants do NOT go to Russia from outside of the ex-Soviet states - compare that with any country in the west
Eastern European nations were held back by the Soviets. In most cases, they have had to spend the last 30 years undoing the damage done during Soviet occupation. Massive levels of pollution, neglect and destruction of classic European architecture, extraction of minerals and resources etc etc. Aside from only a couple of cases, almost all of those nations are better off today.Quote:
Originally Posted by Backspin
As usual you have no idea what you are blathering on about.
Do tell us more about the destruction of classical European architecture.:saythat:
Wondering why so many Americans over the years have sought a better living abroad than in their homeland?Quote:
Originally Posted by bsnub
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There are no exact figures on how many Americans live abroad. The United States Census Bureau does not count Americans abroad, and individual U.S. embassies offer only rough estimates.
In 1999, a Department of State estimate suggested that the number of Americans abroad may be between 3 million and 6 million.[68][76] In 2016, the agency estimated 9 million U.S. citizens were living abroad,[1] but these numbers are highly open to dispute as they often are unverified and can change rapidly.[77]
Emigration from the United States - WikipediaQuote:
There are many reasons why Americans emigrate from the United States. Economic reasons include job or business opportunities, or a higher standard of living in another country. Others emigrate due to marriage or partnership to a foreigner, for religious or humanitarian purposes, or to seek adventure or experience a different culture.[57] Many decide to retire abroad seeking a lower cost of living, especially more affordable health care.[58][59] Immigrants to the United States may decide to return to their countries of origin to be with family members. Other reasons include political dissatisfaction, safety concerns and cultural issues such as racism.[60] Some Americans may also emigrate to evade legal liabilities; a common past case was evasion of mandatory military service.
(sorry, not much reliable source...)
And on the other side: Thousands of Russian each year.Quote:
Originally Posted by bsnub
Except that wasn't the question. It's Russia, mini-Vlad.Quote:
Originally Posted by Klondyke
Do try to stay on topic . . . it's in the title, why try to deflect all the time?
Go on then, you quoted the question, so where's your answer:Quote:
Originally Posted by bsnub
I am so sorry that I did not satisfy you...Quote:
Originally Posted by panama hat
Immigration to Russia - WikipediaQuote:
Foreign residents from selected EU countries and the US:
Country of origin Population (2019) 2018–2019
.................................................. ......change
Germany 92,997 Decrease -3,036
Finland 53,880 Decrease -5,232
United States 37,160 Decrease -1,574
France 30,736 Increase +3,255
Italy 22,155 Decrease -315
United Kingdom 16,752 Decrease -3,394
Spain 12,938 Decrease -148
(but it's not from a reliable source, and not up to date) (and not in good Iglisch)
Found you diehards a more satisfying result, regarding poverty rates.
How much are toilet rolls in USA?
Poverty Rate By Country 2021
Triggered by you being a dipshit I would sayQuote:
Originally Posted by YourDaddy
Americans Gave Up Citizenship in Record Numbers in 2020, Up Triple From 2019Quote:
Originally Posted by panama hat
Americans Gave Up Citizenship in Record Numbers in 2020, Up Triple From 2019, Reports Tax Specialists Americans Overseas
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Originally Posted by bsnub
No. One or 2 are better off now. Poland and one more and that's about it. The world worked better when it was split into 2 major economic blocs. Instead of this hyper globalist dystopian hellscape called Chimerca.
Countries like Moldova are in complete ruin. And its mostly because of "free trade" and globalism. Some of these smaller countries actually had a role to play in Soviet times. Now they are just wastelands. The USSR should have been reformed instead of dissolved.
Moldova, Europe’s poorest country, sandwiched between Romania and Ukraine, proclaimed its independence from the Soviet Union on August 27, 1991.
The anniversary event was held in the Grand National Assembly Square where President Maia Sandu was joined by Romania’s Klaus Iohannis, Poland’s Andrzej Duda, and Ukraine's Volodymyr Zelenskyy.
Sandu said on Friday that independence has taught Moldova “how heavy the burden of freedom can be.”
For years the country of 3.5 million has been plagued by poverty, high-level corruption and widespread disillusionment, prompting a mass exodus of Moldovan citizens as hundreds of thousands moved aboard seeking better futures.
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Originally Posted by bsnub
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Originally Posted by panama hat
Nah, that's not the answer - why are you deflecting from the issue showing even chico how dense you are?Quote:
Originally Posted by Backspin
Clueless. Czech's, Slovacs, Poles, Hungarians, on and on all are better off now and would never go back to Soviet times. But you keep pushing your propaganda.Quote:
Originally Posted by Backspin
That is what they do is deflect.Quote:
Originally Posted by panama hat
Let me give you a clue...Quote:
Originally Posted by Backspin
...they ain't going to Russia.
As usual, you quoted a questionable source, so I did a little digging and found the actual article. It went on to explain why most give up citizenship...
Americans Renouncing U.S. Citizenship in Record Numbers | Best Countries | US NewsQuote:
In fact, most Americans giving up their U.S. passport already live abroad and hold another citizenship. In surveys and testimonials, these people say they're dropping their U.S. citizenship because American anti-money laundering and counter-terrorism regulations make it too onerous and expensive to keep.
So not for the reasons you would like to falsely claim
Typical full of shit . . . and lies.Quote:
Originally Posted by bsnub
Speaking of shit . . .. . . buys them by the truck-loadQuote:
Originally Posted by Chico
Exactly.Quote:
Originally Posted by panama hat
Indeed, I do at Costco. 30 rolls for $16 or .53 cents a roll. Cheap as chips. :)Quote:
Originally Posted by panama hat
Attachment 75116
Re-sell them to chico, Skidmark et al at a tidy profitQuote:
Originally Posted by bsnub