Stop Calling Them ‘Foreigners.’ Why You Should Start Using the Term “World Americans” Instead

Hey everyone, it’s THE JEFF. I’ve been around the world, seen the world, done the whole world thing, and I’ve come to a conclusion: we need to stop calling people “foreigners.” We need to start calling them “World Americans.” Why? Because aren’t we all just human beings living on this beautiful planet called Earth?

Recently, smoking hot Minnesota Congresslady Ilhan Omar got in some trouble for saying, and I paraphrase, “I’m only in the US Congress to fight for Somalis.” But she’s right – allow THE JEFF to explain.

Let’s break it down. First, the word “foreigner” is derogatory. It implies that someone is from a faraway land, unfamiliar to us, and somehow lesser. But isn’t that just our narrow mindset? In reality, we’re all one race—the human race. Every culture, every belief, every person on this Earth has something unique to offer. Calling someone a foreigner is simply saying that they’re different, which isn’t a bad thing! THE JEFF is different, and you love him, don’t you?

Second, calling someone a World American makes them our brothers and sisters. We all bleed red, laugh at the same jokes, love our families, and fight for our beliefs. We just do it in different ways, and in different countries. Imagine how much more connected we would feel if we embraced our global family instead of separating ourselves into different categories.

Third, let’s consider the psychological effects. Labeling someone “foreign” subconsciously makes us fearful or superior. Calling them a “World American” equals us out and brings us together. We are all in this together, after all. No one wins unless we all win.

Fourth, we live in a global village now. With technology and travel bringing us closer than ever, the idea of “foreigner” is becoming obsolete. We can connect with anyone, anywhere, anytime. So why cling to outdated labels? THE JEFF hates those.

Lastly, it’s the right thing to do. Let’s treat others the way we want to be treated. We don’t want to be labeled “foreigners” when traveling, so why do it to others?

So next time you’re at customs, at a hotel counter, or meeting someone new, instead of asking, “Are you a local?” say, “Are you a World American like me?” And maybe, just maybe, we’ll take one small step closer to ending the divisiveness and start celebrating our shared humanity. For once. THE JEFF, out!