Kulture 9 Ian Propper

I found the article on German Beuracracy to be somewhat opposed to the United States. Germany is very interested in certificates, the US, on the other hand, praises those who avoid mainstream certification. Examples being college drop outs, Steve Jobs and Bill Gates. I wonder if they would have succeeded in Germany.  

The article on Neighborliness mentions preferred neighbor behavior that is also appreciated in the US.If one does not shovel his/her pathway here, and a neighbor slips, the home owner is liable. Noise complaint is also something that can be reported. Also, for planned communities, one must keep their property looking tidy. Thus expected neighbor behavior is similar in both societies, German behavior just may be a bit more set in stone. 

Germany's patriotism is interesting, it is entirely unlike the US. If one says that s/he hates the United States, and they are a citizen of the United states, that person is typically shunned. Whereas, in Germany, such practice is accepted. 

The article on career training and school rigidity in Germany didn't have any new ideas, and was suff we've mostly covered.

Vienna sounds like an interesting place I am definitely thankful for their ApfelStudel's. 

It is weird how much the history of Österreich was shaped by WWII and Hitler. I wonder if nations like Österreich still guilt, or feel aggression towards, Germany .