I've had this question for a long time, and I have been searching a lot for it.
At first, I was reluctant to ask, because I did not want to be bashed by the patriotism of the american atser, but I think that it is possible that not only I, but others will prosper from this.
And before I ask, I think I will have to emphasize on that it is a genuine question. I really mean it.
For those who think that anyone who does not have basic information like this on america is stupid/ignorant: The universe does not revolve around the states, there are other people, at other places, concerned with matter outside of the US.(for the rest: sorry, but as I see, americans are often very eccentric about themselves and their country)
Is it a crime(of any way) to hate USA? I mean, obviously, there is not a law that says: If you hate america, you have to pay a fine of 50bucks, or sit thru a night in jail, but I am curious. In my country, if you speak up against the prez, even your cousins can and will be apprehended, they lose their jobs, and so on.
But let's say I stood up on a pedestal and said: I hate America! I hate it's government, that they think they are the cops of the world and can do anything at their whim. I hate their ignorance, their aggressive and unprovoked foreign reactions, and all that.
And now: let me say: I Do Not Hate The American Citizen! I do not hate nationality, race, religion(though I tend to treat religious people akin to brain damaged ones. long story, would not go into that one now. maybe later) or political views. I have just as much honour for the average american, as I have towards my fellow homeboys. I have absolutely no problem with you, but unfortunately, a country is mostly defined(in my eyes at least) by its government. Although I do not deny that every country's leadership is neck deep in horsecrap, I see the way that the prime arseholes are in the states.
So the question(in detail) is:
As an european, can I be punched in the piehole for dissing the land of the 'free'?
And
As an american, would I have more or less freedoms on the matter?

My guess is that as an european, I'd get away with it, but as an US citizen(if I were) I would be kicked in the butt, sooner or later(pre or post martial law)

P.S.: I really did not intend to offend any US people. I would not live there, mainly because of the limitlessly corrupted system, and the intentional poisoning through air, food, and water, but I guess it's everyone's choice('cept for those that it's not) to live in a place like that. I would have fled at the first sight of the Georgia Guidestones, or DIA, or any of the newly signed exec orders and papers like that.
P.P.S.: I referred to the 'gubbment' as the 'Cops of the world'. It is a Phil Ochs song, and I think, everyone(almost, at least) on this site would/will love it. Sort of Bob Dylan-esque, but with more guts.
Thank you for your time. Don't troll if you can. Also, do not deviate from the subject if you can.

I'm sorry but I don't completely understand your question.

So the question(in detail) is:
As an european, can I be punched in the piehole for dissing the land of the 'free'?
And
As an american, would I have more or less freedoms on the matter?

"As an european," in Europe or in the US? I have to assume you mean in the US because you will be sainted if you hate the US in Europe (OK, an exaggeration, but there is no punishment there I've ever heard of.)

I would think an American and a European in the US would be treated the same. The result would depend. There might be a drunk with very strong feelings on the subject who might come after you, but on the other hand you might be on a college campus and get an honoroary doctorate. If you were attacked, the police would probably try to protect you and arrest the attacker. (Unless the situation was unusual, say a mass demonstration.)

I think almost all the time you could get away with it. You might lose a few friends, but so what? Have I come close to answering your question?

To be honest, sometimes I hate America and I was born and raised here!

As a Human Being, you have the right to freedom of expression like everyone else.
As a European, Why SHOULD you worry about/hate America? We are thousands of miles away from each other and know next to nothing about each other yet we judge each other based on our Governments? It just seems a waste of precious time!

Being an American I can safely say that everyone I know at one time or another has hated something about our country be it the Government,the Police, 5 O'Clock Rush Hour Traffic or just plain old Malaise. We give each other slack when it comes to bitchin' about America.

I will cut you some slack for being honest!

No Crime here folks.

""Is it a crime to hate the US?""

Yes. Congress gave the President authority to use the military and detain US citizens forever, without a trial.

A crime?, of course not. I'm american and I agree with you. It's the government we are unhappy with. I have traveled outside the us and have seen how people look down on us and with the crap our government pulls I understand why. Someday when it all falls apart maybe we can become a glorious nation once again, but until then I predict more hatred toward us. I just hope that hatred gets and stays in the direction of those who a responsible for this. If I saw you yelling in the steet that you hate america I would protect you from anyone trying to stop you because we have free speech here, so say what you want, some may take offense but i'm sure they would not fully understand where you are coming from. Anyway I hope this helps.

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