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A threads post saying “There has never been another nation ever that has existed much beyond 250 years. Not a single one. America’s 250th year is 2025. The next 4 years are gonna be pretty interesting considering everything that’s already been said.” It has a reply saying “My local pub is older than your country”.

    • Buelldozer@lemmy.today
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      1 day ago

      Do you feel there is no “practical distinction” between 1730 France and 1930 France?

      It’s like saying there’s no practical distinction between Red and Scarlet. The fact that they are different is why there are separate words. Its the same with Country and Nation.

      • aim_at_me@lemmy.nz
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        1 day ago

        Pointless argument. Is there no difference between the US in 1776 and now? Every country is changing constantly. Because they’re full of people.