Examples of American Cultural Imperialism
Since the end of World War 2, America has had a big influence above others. Since this time, the US has retaliated against countries that it feels is a threat to their interests. A good example is the embargo of the US on Cuba. The embargo was first imposed in 1960 in reaction to the revolution by the communists in Cuba. At this time, the US was fighting ideological battle with socialism and saw the Cuban revolution as a threat. Nowadays the embargo continues and Cuba is a very poor country, because of the embargo. This example, shows how the US can use its influence to protect itself or damage other countries.
Another example concerns the Coca Cola soft drink company. Coca Cola is one of the biggest companies in the world and it is known everywhere. People have loyalty to this drink and the company gets lots of money. Coca Cola is a symbol of American culture. However, Coca Cola has had controversy. As an example is India. They are responsible for poisoning the water supply. Many people think, that Coca Cola is not just motivated by profits, instead, this company wants to have the biggest influence above others.
As two example above, had shown that America wants to have the biggest power and influence over others and the government uses different methods to achieve their goals.
Since the end of World War 2, America has had a big influence above others. Since this time, the US has retaliated against countries that it feels is a threat to their interests. A good example is the embargo of the US on Cuba. The embargo was first imposed in 1960 in reaction to the revolution by the communists in Cuba. At this time, the US was fighting ideological battle with socialism and saw the Cuban revolution as a threat. Nowadays the embargo continues and Cuba is a very poor country, because of the embargo. This example, shows how the US can use its influence to protect itself or damage other countries.
Another example concerns the Coca Cola soft drink company. Coca Cola is one of the biggest companies in the world and it is known everywhere. People have loyalty to this drink and the company gets lots of money. Coca Cola is a symbol of American culture. However, Coca Cola has had controversy. As an example is India. They are responsible for poisoning the water supply. Many people think, that Coca Cola is not just motivated by profits, instead, this company wants to have the biggest influence above others.
As two example above, had shown that America wants to have the biggest power and influence over others and the government uses different methods to achieve their goals.