American exceptionalism

http://www.salon.com/2016/01/02/delusional_and_reflexive_invocations_of_american_exceptionalism_what_the_gop_field_wont_admit_about_our_history_may_make_everything_worse/

The assumption in the above article, that american exceptionalism is a function of USA as a whole, that is of the government. Rather, it is the exceptionalism of individual Americans to influence outcomes. America is universally regarded as a desirable place to go, except for certain Americans.

Those who despise america and all things american, are the pampered rich. The pampered rulers of other countries also dislike the empowerment of the individual.

The American government is like other governments in being corrupt, and misusing its power. America is unique in the ability to counter balance this corruption. That this article is allowed, is somewhat unique.