7 minutes ago, Cameroni said:

That's a myth of course. When you talk to people from those countries they're just as happy or unhappy as everyone else. Except they're getting taxed and have feminism rammed down their throat like nobody else. Here's a post from a woman in Denmark:

"Then we moved to Copenhagen last year and boy oh boy....

I don't like it here. I'm deeply depressed. The general "keep to themselves" nature of the people and the food are what bum me out the most. The country is also not very pretty to me. I miss beautiful nature."

https://www.reddit.com/r/expats/comments/1ogcfvq/copenhagen_is_draining_the_life_from_me_where/

Scandinavian food is terrible across the board, bar a few exceptions.

But you're also mistaken about trying to get these passed as "communist", they are obviously not. They are socialist democracies, that is true, but obviously the European variant of social democracy is fairly far away from communism.

Anecdotal nonsense at his finest.

You choose a random immigrant to Denmark to demonstrate what? That she personally is unhappy in Denmark? Well that's never happened anywhere with anyone in the world so it must be a solid insight into the 6 million people who live very happily in Denmark.

And I didn't say they were communist. In fact I went out of my way to say that socialism isn't the same as communism so what's your point in trying to say I'm 'trying to get these passed as "communist". Obviously I am not with anyone with a shred of reading comprehension understanding that.

P.S. Denmark has a high happiness score of 7.52 points (out of 10) placing it 3rd behind Finland another Scandanavian country and Iceland according to the World Happiness Report.

You guys just can't accept that there is more to life than simply making loads of money, only looking after yourself and turning into an old curmudgeon ranting at the happiness of others.

Must try harder Cameroni. As should all of your ilk.

20 minutes ago, KhunLA said:

And yet people trying, earning and succeeding every day, some millionaires that started with very little. go figure.

Other making wrong choices, or worse, no choices at all, failing miserably, go figure.

The others, making damn good money, but too busy trying to keep up the the Jones, failing again. Didn't learn how to live within their means. go figure.

Some are just dealt a bad had, at birth, or further down the line. That's what social programs are for, and I never minded paying taxes for those folks. sh!t happens.

Back to voting, you have 2 party system, and idiots are voting straight Dem, no matter who is running, usually someone they know NOTHING about. Yank voters are about the most ignorant that I can think of.

You get what you vote for ... why I left, as you can't fix stupid, and if wanting to retire early, you need to go elsewhere that doesn't tax you to death, and you can afford healthcare without silly insurance premiums ... IMHO

HELLO THAILAND

Once the house is built, bought & paid for, I don't have to rent it from the govt, via RE taxes for $584 USD a month. I can live on that in TH as a single person.

The current appraised value of house I owned ...

My point is saving no longer works, because the costs of keeping a roof over one's head and getting an education have got out of hand.

IMO it doesn't really matter whether an American votes Republican or Democrat. The people they elect no longer represent them, they are in the pocket of some lobby group.

The US Congress has 435 voting members. There are 100 senators. There are 13,000 registered lobbyists, and an unknown number of shadow lobbyists.

It doesn't take an Einstein to do the math.

3 minutes ago, KhunLA said:

Agree, and the world is pretty much the same. My niece, met exchange student, in NJ, from Sweden, went there got married, enjoyed the free uni, school teacher, husband in banking. I visited, very very nice house, nice lot, near tourist area, all lovely.

They flew the coup, moved to USA, had 2 kids, still in banking, NYC, actually in twin towers before it came down, one of the lucky ones, escaped immediately. She passed away, and they, hubby & kids, moved to CT, still there surprisingly, no desire to return to Sweden ... nuff said.

Yet more anecdotal nonsense.

Are you and Cameroni related?

1 minute ago, KhunLA said:

Agree, and the world is pretty much the same. My niece, met exchange student, in NJ, from Sweden, went there got married, enjoyed the free uni, school teacher, husband in banking. I visited, very very nice house, nice lot, near tourist area, all lovely.

They flew the coup, moved to USA, had 2 kids, still in banking, NYC, actually in twin towers before it came down, one of the lucky ones, escaped immediately. She passed away, and they, hubby & kids, moved to CT, still there surprisingly, no desire to return to Sweden ... nuff said.

People do not seem to have a great desire to live in Sweden, if they're from there. Mallorca in Spain is full of Swedes, as is Pattaya. I think the typical problems of most of Northern Europe now, mass migration, socialist mismanagement, bad weather, etc. My grandparents had a summer house in Smaland, Sweden, but is was basic af. Toilet in a shack outdoors. Which is common to this day in Sweden's rural parts.

I did have a Swedish client who was resident in Cayman but owned a house in Italy and Sweden's Baltic coast, but his preferred place was Sao Paolo in Brazil. Sweden is not fun like Thailand, Mallorca, Brazil etc, the weather and food are poor, tax etc...Nah.

Just now, johnnybangkok said:

Yet more anecdotal nonsense.

Are you and Cameroni related?

It's called real world experience, Johnny.

As opposed to getting your wisdom from a Guardian survey.

1 minute ago, Lacessit said:

byists.

It doesn't take an Einstein to do the math.

Or an Epstein to look after them.

so what's your point in trying to say I'm 'trying to get these passed as "communist". Obviously I am not with anyone with a shred of reading comprehension understanding that.

That last sentence did make me laugh, I'll grant you that. So you admit, the countries you listed are in fact not communist. Good, good.

World Happiness Report, lol. Yah, Okay.

Just now, Cameroni said:

It's called real world experience, Johnny.

As opposed to getting your wisdom from a Guardian survey.

I gaurantee I've lived in more European countries than you to include Spain, France, Greece, England, Scotland, Italy and although not Europe also Turkey.

You?

Just now, Cameroni said:

World Happiness Report, lol. Yah, Okay.

Yeah world happiness must be like holy water to a vampire for you.

1 minute ago, johnnybangkok said:

I gaurantee I've lived in more European countries than you to include Spain, France, Greece, England, Scotland, Italy and although not Europe also Turkey.

You?

So you lack in-depth experience and led a Nomadic rolling stone kind of life, well, that's sad.

Me? Maybe one less than you, as I lived in Grand Cayman for a while.

20 minutes ago, johnnybangkok said:

Yet more anecdotal nonsense.

Are you and Cameroni related?

I can only go by what I know as facts, not MSM, not bias YT'er or what stated by politicians, or non Yanks who don't live there, and pretty much, haven't a clue.

And my experience and direct knowledge from family & friends, relate to PA, NJ & FL, COL & tax burden. Would I move back to any place I use to live in PA or NJ ... NO. FL-maybe.

Also lived in MI, MS, WV, TN, and only possibly, would return to WV & TN, maybe.

Others ... YMMV

29 minutes ago, Cameroni said:

People do not seem to have a great desire to live in Sweden, if they're from there. Mallorca in Spain is full of Swedes, as is Pattaya. I think the typical problems of most of Northern Europe now, mass migration, socialist mismanagement, bad weather, etc. My grandparents had a summer house in Smaland, Sweden, but is was basic af. Toilet in a shack outdoors. Which is common to this day in Sweden's rural parts.

I did have a Swedish client who was resident in Cayman but owned a house in Italy and Sweden's Baltic coast, but his preferred place was Sao Paolo in Brazil. Sweden is not fun like Thailand, Mallorca, Brazil etc, the weather and food are poor, tax etc...Nah.

My surprise with niece's husband, he, only child, was very close to his ma & pa, and actually surprised he left Sweden at all. Guessing they passed, as had me by about 10 yrs, and I'm knocking on 72.

Just now, KhunLA said:

My surprise with niece's husband, he, only child, was very close to his ma & pa, and actually surprised he left Sweden at all. Guessing they passed, as had me by about 10 yrs, and I'm knocking on 72.

Yes, my best friend at school was Swedish and he was super close with his parents as well. They tend to have close family bonds it seems.

I once stayed overnight in his house. I had a thing for his 16 year old sister though, I was 13, and she invited me into her bed, just to kiss, but the parents found us in the morning and boy was that an uncomfortable Swedish breakfast...

During the recent House debate on the resolution condemning socialism,Gop J. Crank challenged the platform of the (DSA), arguing that their institutional goals run directly counter to the U.S. Constitution. In the vote 8 dems sided with GOP to condemn Socialism.

Crank pointed out that the DSA’s agenda includes radical overhauls such as pushing to abolish the U.S. Senate, open borders, dismantling police and prison systems, allowing non citizens to vote, and stripping away free market protections.

He warned that these policies represent an un American effort to dismantle the constitutional safeguards that have protected individual liberty and state representation for 250 years, describing the DSA as an insidious movement infiltrating the broader Dem party that threatens to assault free speech.

American expats receiving campaign messaging from far left progressive groups need to ask themselves where they stand on an agenda that actively seeks to dismantle the foundational governing institutions of the Republic for which it stands.

"House passes a resolution condemning socialism in all its forms, with 8 Democrats breaking ranks to join Republicans in the 220-192 vote".

16 hours ago, Cameroni said:

So you lack in-depth experience and led a Nomadic rolling stone kind of life, well, that's sad.

Me? Maybe one less than you, as I lived in Grand Cayman for a while.

Not Sweden then?

16 hours ago, Cameroni said:

It's called real world experience, Johnny.

As opposed to getting your wisdom from a Guardian survey.

7 hours ago, riclag said:

During the recent House debate on the resolution condemning socialism,Gop J. Crank challenged the platform of the (DSA), arguing that their institutional goals run directly counter to the U.S. Constitution. In the vote 8 dems sided with GOP to condemn Socialism.

Crank pointed out that the DSA’s agenda includes radical overhauls such as pushing to abolish the U.S. Senate, open borders, dismantling police and prison systems, allowing non citizens to vote, and stripping away free market protections.

He warned that these policies represent an un American effort to dismantle the constitutional safeguards that have protected individual liberty and state representation for 250 years, describing the DSA as an insidious movement infiltrating the broader Dem party that threatens to assault free speech.

American expats receiving campaign messaging from far left progressive groups need to ask themselves where they stand on an agenda that actively seeks to dismantle the foundational governing institutions of the Republic for which it stands.

"House passes a resolution condemning socialism in all its forms, with 8 Democrats breaking ranks to join Republicans in the 220-192 vote".

Irony is dead.

56 minutes ago, Chomper Higgot said:

Not Sweden then?

I've been in Sweden several times. Like I said my grandparents had a summer house there. Terrible food. Ice cold. Glad I don't live there.

19 hours ago, Lacessit said:

AI is only going to make a bad situation worse. Trickle-down economics never worked from the get-go.

The silicon valley folks, Musk and friends, keep insisting that AI will bring about massive deflation.

And I have even seen one estimated timeline of 2031-2035.

Edited September 4Sep 4 by save the frogs

Before you cast your vote consider the systemic progressive policies of the Dems/ Marxist( (saviors of the oppressed) communities where activist judges rule decisions like the one below.

‘Activist’ San Diego judge frees Machete-wielding MS-13 executioner known as ‘the witch’

"Ohta said in her decision that (foreign national) — who still has an active aggravated murder warrant in El Salvador — must be released unless federal authorities can prove at a bail hearing that he poses a danger to the community or is a flight risk".

https://nypost.com/2026/09/04/us-news/san-diego-judge-releases-ms-13-gang-member-wanted-for-murder/?utm_campaign=nypost&utm_source=twitter&utm_medium=social

Before you cast your vote as a American expat know that the far left has captured the big tent of the dem party , their movement is called the democratic socialist of america(DSA), they are winning many primary races. Pros & Cons , Pro's(according to the movement)------- abolish Immigration enforcement, Open boarder's, no prisons, no senate, no POTUS,free medicare for all including non citizens, replace capitalism. Cons,many of their members are Communist,Maoist, Marxist, Leninist & Socialist."We Are Marxist-Leninist-Maoists in DSA":

"Democratic Socialists of America is the largest socialist mass organization in the United States, with dozens of members holding elected office, and thousands of members engaged in active grassroots participation in movements that have and will continue to shape the world that we live in for the better".

https://www.liberationcaucus.org/points/

Edited September 5Sep 5 by riclag

Before you cast your vote as a American expat know that the far left has captured the big tent of the dem party as some are deliberately trying to delete their past statements as they campaign with DSA members.

‘F**k you…hurry up and die’: Swing-seat Democratic House candidate’s deleted tweets show far-left record

"William Lawrence, the Democratic nominee in one of the country’s most competitive House races in Michigan, deleted hundreds of old social media posts in which he embraced police and prison abolition, called for nationalizing fossil-fuel companies to end their production, attacked moderate Democrats and argued for a “fundamental overhaul” of the Constitution"

https://edition.cnn.com/2026/09/04/politics/william-lawrence-michigan-midterms-kfile

Thank God for over 20 years I've not had to put up with frauds, dope peddlers, swindlers, obnoxious pedophiles, fake Christian cults, incompetent fools and such that made my life Hell in the USA. I did all I could to fix all that to no avail, so came to Thailand and made what's left of it a good life. All I have left is a vote, not that it will fix anything, but it's the least you can and must do. Request your ballot here: https://www.usvotersabroad.org/friend
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Edited Sunday at 07:28 AM5 days by cusanus

Jane Fonda / Julia Louis-Dreyfus are doin ads for them.

Did a quick google search of https://www.usvotersabroad.org/friend

Question : Do conservative activist make outreach efforts on that site. I can't find a answer.

That tells you all you need to know.

My concern is the faces of the opposing side are being pushed on my youtube feeds.Why isn't YT sending familiar faces on the other side?

Where did $24B go?

American expats, before you cast your vote, consider the systemic progressive policies of California that enabled massive spending without oversight, allowing millions of dollars intended for vulnerable homeless populations to be allegedly funneled into personal luxury assets like Westwood real estate and luxury vehicles while individuals in state funded programs were left scratching their butts. Check out California reports with local news affiliate reports.

California LOST $24 Billion As FBI EXPOSES Where Homeless Money Really Went

"A Los Angeles charity founder accused of pocketing $10 million meant for homeless shelter beds. A luxury house in Westwood. A Range Rover. A vacation home in Greece. Meanwhile, the people in his program were reportedly fed ramen noodles. This is the story of how billions in taxpayer money moved through California's homelessness system — and why almost nobody can prove where it went".

Before you cast your vote as a American expat know that the far left has captured the big tent of the dem party. Ms. Divine a opinion writer & famous for her book the "Laptop from hell" said the Dems are promoting radical change as some denounce the DSA , defunding the police & giving non citizens medicare is radical .its never been in the scheme of USA governance.

"Beyond impeaching Trump, Democrats have no agenda to create prosperity and ensure happiness for Americans. It’s all about entrenching their power and making life miserable, whether it’s stacking the Supreme Court, creating two new Democrat states, abolishing the Electoral College, '"medicare for all" illegal migrants, abolishing ICE, defunding the police, and on and on.

https://nypost.com/2026/09/06/opinion/democrats-hoping-to-appear-normal-as-they-roll-out-their-blue-wave-of-weirdos-ahead-of-critical-midterms/

Before you cast your vote as a American expat know that the far left has captured the big tent of the dem party. A former member of the party Alan Dershowitz said back in July after leaving it...“I think the Democratic Party today, with its domination by the Democratic Socialists of America, is coming very close to what socialists were saying in 1932, in Germany and in Stalin's Russia".

https://abcnews4.com/news/nation-world/its-already-been-blown-up-alan-dershowitz-talks-dem-party-after-making-the-switch-zohran-mamdani-democrats-socialists-political-action

Americans Before you send in your ballot , just a reminder GOP has a Midterm convention.

They are asking Americans to choose between "Common Sense vs Craziness"

Edited yesterday at 12:24 PM1 day by riclag

Frankly these adverts are probably pointless.

If these overseas votes are likely to favour Democrat candidates, does anyone seriously think that they will be counted?

On 9/2/2026 at 5:26 PM, riclag said:

It seems every time I watch a YT video recently i get hit with a advert about the midterm election voting capabilities as a expat with claims of 3M expats living outside the USA.

Anyone else living abroad getting constant YouTube ads telling expats to register and vote? Before filling out that absentee ballot, it’s worth looking closely at the real world results of the policies being pushed back home.

A recent piece in the NYP highlights how soft on crime strategies continue to impact major U.S. cities:

Times Square stabbing is just the latest proof progressives are the enemies of public order

"From innocents killed in broad daylight to the plague of homeless encampments to the violent crime that grips too many city neighborhoods, New York City has progressives to thank for its endemic disorder".

Advertisement

https://nypost.com/2026/09/02/opinion/times-square-stabbing-is-just-the-latest-proof-progressives-are-the-enemies-of-public-order/

The story is based on a NYP news report.

I get them in every video I watch and, yes, I'm sick of them. They're congressional elections and I don't have a state so they're totally irrelevant

On 9/2/2026 at 6:00 PM, KhunLA said:

Didn't notice any, receiving any, although they show up as I scroll thru YT shorts or FB reels.

USA is done, as just a matter of time, before the lazy lay abouts, get what they want, free sh!t. Then all the millionaires & billionaires will jump ship, or simply stop generationg income, including new jobs.

Reduction of employers and income opportunities, less taxes, will be the downfall, as they run out of other's money.

Reps put forword a house resolution, h res 1490, and it shows what Reps & Dems stand for. Who would go on record with a nay vote 🙄

https://www.congress.gov/bill/119th-congress/house-resolution/1490

No suprises ... nuff said

There really is not much hope for the U.S. with these kinds of statistics. It seems that President Trump will be the last great hope to turn things around but the left wing anarchists keep trying to kill him. Like the once great United Kingdom, the United States is being systematically dismantled by both legal and illegal migration. People who do not value the Constitution and traditions of the great founders of the United States. Nor do they possess the faith of these founders and theocracy that enabled the Constitution to be written. The U.S. Constitution could never be written today by the left wing zealots because they lack the moral fiber to make it happen. So the best we can do is enjoy the next two years of the Trump Presidency because it is just going to get worse when the left takes control.