Vietnam is the richest country I’ve ever lived in, not in money, but in the quality of its people. Saigon, with its 10 million residents spread over 2,000 sq km, stands out. Unlike California, where I previously lived, Saigon has no homeless people or drug issues. There are no mass shootings, and crime is much lower. Most people work, live in clean homes, and don’t rely on food stamps or government help. They dress well, have personal transportation, and many children have cell phones. The people are educated, speak English, and are very kind.
What’s most striking is their compassion. When there's an accident, people help instead of arguing about who’s at fault, unlike in the U.S. or other places I’ve lived.
I remember an accident I saw in California where a car rolled over, leaving an older woman and her grandchildren injured. The first person who arrived was a doctor but refused to help, worried about lawyers and insurance. We waited over forty minutes for help. This experience made me realize that, in many important ways, Vietnam is richer than the U.S.
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