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But American's don't seem to make plans in case they can visit Africa, Asia, Europe.
Getting a passport is part of overseas trip preparation. Most people I know don't bother until then.
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FFS Your post confirms stereotypical views the world has of the USA :- A normal Ameh'cun stays in Ameh'cuh. A globetrotter might stray into Canaduh or Mecksicow.
Speaking as a "normal Ameh'cun", I generally stay in Ameh'cuh because I can't afford overseas travel, no other reason. Ahh, the paycheck to paycheck life is grand. If I'm fortunate, some day I'll need a passport. Actually, the next time I'm planning to cross even the Canadian border I'll probably get one, just to be safe.
In regards to the original question, I always thought my driver's license was all the proof of citizenship I really needed, until I got stopped at the Canadian border and chastized by the border patrol. I flashed them my Batman wallet and said "I'm here only to do good, ma'am." Luckily the person had a sense of humor and chuckled and sent us on our way. This was a few years ago, when people were still all touchy about Sept. 11th.
Edited, Thu May 11 21:45:43 2006 by Yanari