Americans live shorter lives than citizens of almost every other developed nation, according to a report from several US charities.
The report found that the US ranked 42nd in the world for life expectancy despite spending more on health care per person than any other country
More US babies die in their first year than in most other rich countries
Of the world’s richest nations, the US has the most children (15%) living in poverty
Of the OECD nations, the US has the most people in prison – as a percentage and in absolute numbers
25% of 15-year-old students performed at or below the lowest level in an international maths test – worse than Canada, France, Germany and Japan
So, I guess, We’re #1 should read… “We’re #1*
* The #1 status does not apply to those individuals living in poverty, have sub-standard or no healthcare, are incarcerated, or who are trapped in failing schools. Other than that America is the best.