I used to think that different countries have different cultures different attitudes; but again and again I get proved wrong! (Lets excuse me broader meaning of culture here).
For example, today I visited the German Embassy in Washington DC to get my Business visa done. I can not help but notice the 'stereo typical' expressions of those people working there. Always stubborn, ridiculing and as much inhuman as possible! They Will make you feel (and believe me, they will make sure of that) neglected and 'at their mercy', while you are at there.
This an invariable experience; no matter where you go. I have been to US embassy in India and Canada, been to Canadian embassy in US and now the German embassy in US! You would think that these countries being from different parts of the world will exhibit differences; but you are nothing short of being proven wrong. You can not evade that Smugness, just like you cant evade those politicians during elections!
And this attitude is infectious! I had an appointment at 1.30PM today. In the confirmation letter, the embassy makes sure to note that 'You can not be more than 10 min late, or otherwise you appointment will be considered as canceled!'. Now after reading that, I left my hotel like 45 min before, considering that after taking a cab and considering noon traffic (if any) I will still reach there in time. Guess what!? I reach there well in time only to be greeted by the security guard who simply whisked my away telling me that I am too early! Its darn cold wintry weather outside and this fellow is making a wrong choice between 'too hyped' security concerns and basic human ethics! Believe me, I felt the apathy to be colder than the wind-chill, in my face!
Come what may, I am pretty sure it will take a long way for me to change my opinions about these government officials!
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