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Related: About this forumHi, I'm SidDithers and welcome to DU!...
DU is not just for Americans!
I'm one of many international DUers who are interested in American political discussion. Decisions and policies made in the US affect citizens around the world, and an "outside of the borders" perspective can often be a valuable addition to a discussion.
If I had one bit of advice for Newbie DUers, it would be to lurk before you leap. Take some time to explore the site and read the Statements of Purpose for the various Forums. There's something here for everyone, but there can also be minefields for those who rush in like the proverbial bull in a china shop. Get a feel for the place and ease into it, and your DU experience will be amazingly enjoyable.
Cheers,
Sid
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Hi, I'm SidDithers and welcome to DU!... (Original Post)
SidDithers
May 2012
OP
Nice...I will be living in Toronto for the summer. I'm moving in less than a week!
NYC Liberal
May 2012
#8
Hey Sid! Was just pondering Canada, since my wife just landed in Halifax a few minutes ago!
NRaleighLiberal
May 2012
#6
Skinner
(63,645 posts)1. Hi, Sid.
You say you're international, but you didn't let us know where you're from.
Care to share?
SidDithers
(44,228 posts)2. Canadian...
though I could be in Buffalo in about 30 minutes
Sid
NYC Liberal
(20,138 posts)8. Nice...I will be living in Toronto for the summer. I'm moving in less than a week!
SidDithers
(44,228 posts)10. Awesome...
Summer is a great season to spend in Toronto. Much better than winter
Sid
NYC Liberal
(20,138 posts)12. Amen. I've been there in both seasons.
:p
Scurrilous
(38,687 posts)3. Hey Sid!
SidDithers
(44,228 posts)4. Heya...
Sid
maddezmom
(135,060 posts)5. Great advice Sid
lurk before you leap. I'd also suggest reading about the community moderating system.
NRaleighLiberal
(60,031 posts)6. Hey Sid! Was just pondering Canada, since my wife just landed in Halifax a few minutes ago!
She is spending a week helping her step mom clean out a house near Sidney. Wish I were there with her, but somebody needs to water the garden (and dogs and cats!)
Swede
(33,303 posts)7. Hey Sid!
I too am a Canadian.
SidDithers
(44,228 posts)9. Spazito, as well...
Must be something to do with the letter S
Sid
Wait Wut
(8,492 posts)11. So, "Swede"...
...is sort of like false advertising??