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Exactly the opposite for me. When I was growing up I had a great deal of respect for the US government and I was very patriotic. Not anymore, however after traveling around the world several times, I still wouldn't want to live anywhere else. Read into that what you like.
I actually came from the opposite direction. Not a flag waver, but have come to realize the great opportunities available.