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Subject: Anti-Americanism Question: Hi there. I'm an American musician who is considering a European tour, which will take me through much of France. My wife is French, and she has expressed some concern about some of the places I am scheduled to play, citing that there is a pretty strong sense of anti-Americanism, particularly in Lille and the suburbs, and that I could encounter some hostility and even violence, especially given the situation with Iraq. Usually when I go to Europe, I keep a low profile. But as a touring musician, the fact that I'm an American is really going to be illuminated. The tour is planned for March. Below is a list of some of the places I might be playing: Answer: Have to say that I disagree with your wife's opinion of France. She makes the mistake of thinking that anti-American government protests or sentiments are anti-American people. The Bush administration is not loved in France, but in general American culture and people are. Here in France there is a distinction made between the American government and its people. I don't see you having any problems in France during your tour.
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