Monroe Dispatch - No Struggle, No Progress

I have been fortunate to travel to many places around the world. I enjoy interacting with the locals in my escapades because they offer opportunities to see a place through its most authentic lens. The most common conversation I have with locals is a discussion of our respective perceptions of our countries. Locals who have not traveled far from their native countries view the United States from a narrow lens. They see American tourists who travel with multiple pieces of luggage and accessories and superior attitudes. Then the assumption is Americans are wealthy, happy, and live comfortable...