Are you from the UK, USA or Canada?

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The discussion revolves around the geographical origins of forum members, specifically focusing on participants from the UK, USA, and Canada, while also acknowledging the existence of members from other regions. The conversation touches on the implications of such a poll and the complexities of identity and citizenship.

Discussion Character

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Main Points Raised

  • Some participants express curiosity about the distribution of forum members' origins, with an initial assumption that most would be from the USA.
  • Others suggest that the forum likely has a diverse membership beyond just the UK, USA, and Canada.
  • A participant humorously questions the inclusion of "aliens" in the discussion, indicating a broader view of identity.
  • Concerns are raised about the limitations of the poll, with some arguing that it oversimplifies the diversity of global representation.
  • There are discussions about the effectiveness of the poll in capturing the ratio of British to non-British members, with some suggesting alternative polling methods.
  • Several participants engage in playful banter regarding grammar and the nature of the poll, with some expressing frustration over its perceived simplicity or lack of inclusivity.
  • One participant recalls a previous similar poll that became controversial, suggesting that this topic is sensitive and complex.
  • Some participants propose more inclusive options for identifying one's origin, such as "I'm from here/I'm from somewhere else," while others humorously explore philosophical notions of identity.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

Participants exhibit a mix of agreement and disagreement regarding the poll's effectiveness and the complexities of identity. While some find the poll useful, others criticize its limitations and suggest alternative approaches. The discussion remains unresolved with multiple competing views on how to best represent the diversity of forum members.

Contextual Notes

The discussion highlights limitations in capturing the full spectrum of participants' identities and the challenges of categorizing individuals based on geographical origin. There are unresolved questions about the implications of citizenship and identity in the context of the poll.

Where are you from?

  • Canada

    Votes: 10 16.1%

  • USA

    Votes: 25 40.3%

  • UK (+ROI)

    Votes: 10 16.1%

  • Rest of World

    Votes: 17 27.4%
  • Total voters
    62
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Just wondering where most people on this forum are from. Obviously most will be from America. When I first came on I just assumed everyone was from the UK so I want to know more specifically now.
 
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mr-tom said:
Just wondering where most people on this forum are from. Obviously most will be from America. When I first came on I just assumed everyone was from the UK so I want to know more specifically now.

I didn't think so; I thought it would be a mixed bag.

Besides that: it is nice to talk to people from elsewhere.
 
Wow, with only Canada, the US and the UK, the rest of world is going to be really a large sampling, Europe, Asia, Africa, etc...
 
Hmm, what about us aliens?
 
wolram said:
Hmm, what about us aliens?

World is not restricted to Earth, I presume.
 
What if I was born somewhere, I live somewhere else, but aim at becoming a citizen of yet another class in your poll ? (that's really true)
 
I swear. Always got to be difficult don't you. It's funny.
 
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I live here in penguin world
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humanino said:
What if I was born somewhere, I live somewhere else, but aim at becoming a citizen of yet another class in your poll ? (that's really true)
Sorry humanino, according to this poll, you are in the "rest of world". I guess the "rest of the world" doesn't count as much as the countries specifically mentioned. But at least you are in fine company. :cool:
 
  • #10
tribdog said:
I swear. Always got to be difficult don't you. It's funny.
Do you have those idioms :
"The pot that calls the kettle black"
"One donkey chides the other for being a long-ear"
"The donkey called the rooster a fathead"
"An armadillo telling a turtle it is too hard shelled"
?
You know, being from the rest of ze world, I speak difficult :-p
 
  • #11
humanino said:
Do you have those idioms :
"The pot that calls the kettle black"
"One donkey chides the other for being a long-ear"
"The donkey called the rooster a fathead"
"An armadillo telling a turtle it is too hard shelled"
?
You know, being from the rest of ze world, I speak difficult :-p

I wasn't specifically talking about you, but you are right. I am ashamed and I prostrate myself and beg forgiveness.
Edit: almost said prostate, and spell checker would have let me.
 
  • #12
Evo said:
Sorry humanino, according to this poll, you are in the "rest of world". I guess the "rest of the world" doesn't count as much as the countries specifically mentioned. But at least you are in fine company. :cool:

Didn't someone previously try a poll similar to this one, and they tried break-downs to include as many countries or areas or continents, and it all got controversial and messed up? :smile: This is a loaded subject, I think.
 
  • #13
GeorginaS said:
Didn't someone previously try a poll similar to this one, and they tried break-downs to include as many countries or areas or continents, and it all got controversial and messed up? :smile: This is a loaded subject, I think.
Yes, I remember that one. There aren't enough options to make everyone happy. :biggrin:
 
  • #14
Evo said:
Wow, with only Canada, the US and the UK, the rest of world is going to be really a large sampling, Europe, Asia, Africa, etc...


The UK is in Europe...
 
  • #15
brewnog said:
The UK is in Europe...
This is debatable even geography wise :-p
 
  • #16
I should have put more English speaking countries like Australia and New Zealand. But they're more like holiday resorts than actual countries so they don't count :)
 
  • #17
mr-tom said:
I should have put more English speaking countries like Australia and New Zealand. But they're more like holiday resorts than actual countries so they don't count :)

Ooooo...dem's fightin' words, mr-tom :wink: !
 
  • #18
This must be BY FAR the dumbest poll ever

ciao
marlon, from the rest of the world
 
  • #19
marlon said:
This must be BY FAR the dumbest poll ever
I disagree. This is far less dumb than "who is the greatest scientist ever"
Einstein !
No ! Newton !
No ! Socrates !
No ! Kaku !
...
No ! Zz ! <---- to which everybody eventually agrees on PF :smile:
 
  • #21
USA!...USA!...*shaking fist in air*...USA!
 
  • #22
marlon said:
This must be BY FAR the dumbest poll ever

I'm not going to name every single country, I did this poll to see what the ratio of British to non-British is. So it's actually a very effective poll.
 
  • #23
mr-tom said:
I'm not going to name every single country, I did this poll to see what the ratio of British to non-British is. So it's actually a very effective poll.

Sorry mr-tom...we're just goshing you :smile: . Well at least I am...can't speak for the others...
 
  • #24
mr-tom said:
I'm not going to name every single country, I did this poll to see what the ratio of British to non-British is. So it's actually a very effective poll.

So why not just I am British/I am not British? How do you classify those from US & Canada?
 
  • #25
Borek said:
So why not just I am British/I am not British? How do you classify those from US & Canada?

I wonder if he is considering US&Canada = British. Yep, I am British/I ain't looks more good!
 
  • #26
Borek said:
So why not just I am British/I am not British? How do you classify those from US & Canada?
I would advocate a poll asking "I'm from here/I'm from somewhere else". This is less controversial.
 
  • #28
rootX said:
I wonder if he is considering US&Canada = British. Yep, I am British/I ain't looks more good!

more good? nice grammar. it's gooder.
 
  • #29
tribdog said:
more good? nice grammar. it's gooder.
Really, you should be more nice. Did I mention that two times today ?
 
  • #30
humanino said:
I would advocate a poll asking "I'm from here/I'm from somewhere else". This is less controversial.

...but then, wouldn't everyone vote "I'm from here"... :-p ?
 

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