Hello, it’s me again and I’m here to share with you my new observation about American culture. Now, I’m going to tell you about equality in U.S. U.S. Americans uphold the ideal that everyone "is created equal" and has the same rights. This includes women as well as men of all ethnic and cultural groups living in the U.S. There are even laws that protect this "right to equality" in its various forms. You can see equality in such common practices as "waiting in line". When you go to the bank, to the post office, or to immigration, you will be asked to take a number and wait. In spite of how important or trivial your need is, you will be treated like everyone else; first come, first served. You can also see equality in the classroom. All students are the same in the eyes of teacher, and many teachers view students as their equals. The general lack of deference to people in authority is another example of equality. Managers, directors, presidents and even university instructors are often addressed by their first name. In other words, people treat one another very informally, even in the presence of great differences in age or social status. This is not a "lack of respect," this is the custom in the United States.

This is what I’ve observed about equality of people since January of this year. Hope you enjoyed my post. If you have anything to add or just want to share your opinion, you are welcome to comment.