All people are somewhat brainwashed, wherever they are. In America, a major theme is 'freedom to get ahead'. This is largely bullshit, since it's basically rich people pushing for 'freedom to become/stay rich, whatever it takes', and it usually involves explioiting workers and the environment. This 'freedom' is presented…
Yes. I was 102kg (226 freedom pounds) and now weigh 76kg (169 lbs). It coincided almost directly with when I left home and started having to feed myself.