This position holds that the United States is exceptional. It argues that America's particular history of revolution, expansion and development has produced a distinct national character — one visitors and observers consistently recognise — that genuinely sets it apart from other nations.
Supporting arguments · 3
- American history is distinct from the rest of the world'sThe way that America's history has unfolded means that it is clearly distinct from other nations.
- American character is distinctThe creation of the United States caused its people to have unique values and characteristics.
- Visitors to the US see a distinct American characterEven those viewing the United States from the outside have identified the ways in which American character is exceptional.