Why are the generalizations about dishonesty offensive? The author seems to draw conclusions from his experiences and those around him. Much of your comment see

Why are the generalizations about dishonesty offensive? The author seems to draw conclusions from his experiences and those around him. Much of your comment seems akin to "Yes, there are bad problems, but look over there, they have problems too." The defense against the poverty or dishonesty arguments shouldn't just be a juxtaposition against the US.