America and Americans

[Thomas Paikeday]

Here's something speculative for what it is worth:

I happen to be a Canadian citizen since 1970 (don't ask me if I love
native-born Canadians or Americans more), but if I were an American
citizen and was caught in an "Ugly American" situation, I would probably
say, "No, I am not an American, I'm a Canadian." In neutral situations,
I'd say whatever the questioner wanted to hear.

Something less speculative: Remember Americans left in Iran had to
assume Canadian identity to escape during the hostage crisis.

TOM.

P.S. I have a problem convincing compatriots that I am a native of the
country where I was born and raised! But who cares except Immigration?