We so often forget that the USA became a superpower because everyone else was totally crushed in the WW2, so they could just scoop it all up afterwards (which they absolutely did as much as they could).

It seems like things are changing back. History will tell, but the USA is only liked because of its dominance, not because of its morals. IMO. And USAnians have to figure out why “it is not working anymore” (hint: you were lucky and greedy in the fifties, but the luck has ran out since a long time), so good luck to you, it’s usually a bit excruciating, but most countries figure it out.

I’m sorry, what exactly did they scoop up after WWII?

This comment demonstrate’s a complete ignorance of what actually happened before, during, and after WWII.

I am not trying to defend the U.S. here, but this comment is particularly stupid.

Either you are a total fucking moron, or deliberately espousing false information for a purpose.

Global trade? Military bases all over the world? Defense contracts?