If I lived at the time of the Roman Empire I would have visited Rome. In the age of the American Empire I am visiting New York, and so far I am impressed. New York city is the real centre of the universe - even the billboard at Times Square said so.
Feed lots are abominable and should be banned. I am also concerned regarding the raising of pork and non-free range chickens - the U.S. food supply is very distorted and disturbed.