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Fred's posting on this subject was addressed to me among others, even though I had not commented so far, probably to elicit a response, so here goes.... Yes, Fred, I am very disappointed at your comment. Most Americans are very generous and friendly. I feel certain that the Marines did what they did out of a genuine sense of service and helping out where they felt the need. Here in the USA, the Marines have sponsored the "Toys for Tots" program around Christmas time for decades. Get to know a marine on a one-to one basis and you most likely will find a genuine human being who cares about society and his fellow human beings. Let us separate the view one has of the "Ugly American" and the policies of the American government from the rank and file people of the United States, most of whom are very friendly and caring, and bewildered that many people around the world hate Americans. Let us stop our stereo-typing mentality about people from any country or any race. Proud to be an American of Goan origin. Vivian A. D'Souza