Nietzsche and America

A very good question. First off, I will admit that I haven't read any of the German Philosopher's work, and know only what dictionary.com has summarized of his work. But, in order to answer your question correctly, one need need more specifics. When looking at American society and how we treat each other as a whole... I would most certainly say the America is indeed a nihilist society. But, if you are refering to the war over seas, and America's habit for running headlong towards other people's problems... No. In that case, I would only claim that America is... overeager. And, arrogant, of course. But, little else. Fairly simple and to the point, I suppose. Again, it was a very interesting question. Take care.

it seems to me that america is more hedonistic than nihilistic however i dont know much about academic philosophy to me it seems that america practically invented fun! teenagers as a group exsisted in america first (ie children were schooled longer and didnt work till later) jazz and rock was invented in america the persuit of happiness is even written into your constitution! the one area that america does seem to be nihilistic though is in relation to the envoirnment why is this? do you think it will change? is envoirnmentalism a dirty word in america? thanks achronisto for such a great thread