A Challenge

This is a point I brought up in the comments section to another post, but I think it’s worthy of its own discussion.  It is my stated position, justified plainly and clearly on this site countless times, that Michael Moore indeed hates America.  His supporters claim this is preposterous, that he’s a true patriot pointing out what he thinks is wrong and what needs to be fixed.  Okay, fair enough.

My challenge to you is this: I want to hear quotes from Michael Moore, whether from interviews or books or writing or his films, where he discusses what he likes about America and Americans.  Only one caveat: they cannot be phrased in terms of how much better America would be if it changed, like “America would be a wonderful place if we just got universal health care.” I want to hear specific examples of what Mikey loves about America the way it is now.

He’s a true American patriot, right?  These should be easy to find.

Update: I just happened to come across this extremely illustrative post from ages ago.

Q: You do not seem to like the U.S., do you?

A: I like America to some extent. Take the Japanese for instance. They are complicated and tend to be reserved in expressing themselves. Sometimes, it is difficult for me to understand them. Americans are simple and clear. They are charming people. You will understand how good an individual American is. What I am not satisfied with America is that the nation cannot control the government and economy. Only a handful of people have the power to control the country. [Emphasis added]

Michael Moore.  He likes America to some extent.  Lovely.