I've never seen any indication that Taike hates us...by 'us' I assume you mean Americans. He may sometimes get a little annoyed at some of the blatant arrogance displayed by some of our American members here. But then, so do a lot of other non-Americans here (and I suspect, a few Americans as well). Few would dispute that Americans do seem to have something of a 'greater than thou' attitude, and seem less aware of the world around us. There is certainly nothing wrong with national pride (I like to think I have it) but we need to understand that others have the same pride in their country and culture. As much as it pains us, we are NOT the center of the universe. Sorry.

chas