Publication Date
12-15-2013
Document Type
Working Paper
Advisor
Professor John Hall
Journal of Economic Literature Classification Codes
N3, N400, O570, Z13, Z120
Key Words
comparative country studies, cultural traits, feudalism, religion, tradition
Abstract
Americans and Canadians seem similar in many ways; however, their dissimilar historical experiences have shaped very different attitudes and philosophies that underpin their institutions. Canadians promote equality and collective responsibility under a restrained, parliamentary state, whilst the Americans stress self-reliance, individualism and freedom. Canadians embraced the hierarchical structure of the British and French Empires and Americans revolted against all ties to it. What appear to be minor distinctions between the two countries and cultures are actually fundamental philosophies rooted in the past.
Rights
© Lorraine M. Hutton
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Persistent Identifier
https://archives.pdx.edu/ds/psu/30252
Citation Details
Hutton, Lorraine M. "Canada and the United States: A Comparison of their Philosophical Bases, Working Paper No. 32", Portland State University Economics Working Papers. 32. (15 December 2013) i + 18 pages.