Trying something new: America AMA! 

Ask me a question why something is the way it is in the US and I'll try to give you the best answer.

Qualifications: I've been an American my entire life. Other Americans should feel free to chime in.

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Why do we use America and us interchangeably when one is an entire continent?

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Generally, most Americans (demonym) refer to the country as "the US".

I've found most people who refer to the US as "America" are foreign.

I think this is unique to Canada, most people talk about going to “The States.” We only call you by your full name when we’re angry at you.