25 Things That America Actually Gets Right

1.

“Americans With Disabilities Act is one of the most important and incredible pieces of legislation that nobody knows about.” - u/1967Miura

2.

“NASA. . . . they're still taking great strides in taking humanity forward, but more importantly, they focus a LOT on educating the common folks during missions.” - u/vpsj

3.

“Rock n’ roll, baby.” - u/ToledoVader

4.

“Central AC.” - u/panconquesofrito

5.

“The United States adopts more children than the rest of the world combined.” - u/NGUSE_1

6.

“US national forests and the Bureau of Land Management lands . . . . amazing and a national treasure.” - u/silenttomato581

7.

“The First Amendment is something every nation needs.” - u/2klaedfoorboo

8.

“Altering your restaurant order. I visited Spain, and I couldn’t find a place that let me substitute or change things. Wanna replace the ketchup on your burger with the barbecue sauce they serve with the chicken strips? You’re SOL.” - u/infallible_apathy

9.

“Beer. . . . Many still think of American beer as Bud and Coors. I talk to folks about the microbrewery scene out here and their jaws drop.” - u/DrockBradley

10.

“We are one of the most climate-diverse countries. You can live in almost any biome here.” - u/Flashmax305

11.

“Did someone say free public restrooms?” - u/twirlwhirlswirl

12.

“Discouraging smoking cigarettes.” - u/dadlifenokids

13.

“Barbecue. I’m Canadian and we’ll barbecue year round, but they call that ‘grilling.’ I’m talking American barbecue. F*** me up with that brisket you’ve been smoking all week, Uncle Sam.” - u/zosobaggins

14.

“Being able to turn right on red lights.” - u/Mahote

15.

“Classic muscle cars. . . . there’s just something about 60/70s American cars. Sure they’re boats, but damn, they look and sound amazing.” - u/S3ERFRY333

16.

“I didn't like 80s music until I heard American 80s music. You guys did 80s best.” - u/Dugular

17.

“The Eisenhower Interstate Highway System. It was built for the Cold War, but it has made very long road trips pleasant and contributed enormously to the US economy.” - u/Widespreaddd

18.

“General aviation access for the public.” - u/Iceman_1325

19.

“The public library system.” - u/nessinoo

20.

“I love the ‘Spooky Season’ and Halloween spirit in America!” - u/Tracirainbow69

21.

“Cheeseburgers.” - u/954kevin

22.

“Cheese options. The French and Italians talk about how great their cheeses are, but damn, Americans can get any and every type of cheese at their local grocery store.” - u/s0m30n3e1s3

23.

“Ranch dressing. We have something labeled as ‘ranch’ where I am, but it’s not the same as actual American ranch. Not even even close.” - u/CrazyPlatypusLady

24.

“Ice in drinks. Better beverage-to-ice ratio than just about anywhere.” - u/nawmynameisclarence

25.

“Clean drinking water. With a few notable exceptions, of course. And the NFL.” - u/rhoo31313