Italian Expat's Shame: A Reflection on Italy's Image Abroad

Italian Expat Shares Shame Over Home Country's Legal System A video posted by an Italian man living abroad has sparked discussion about perceptions of Italy. The man, who identifies himself only as 'garbo,' contrasts the positive reactions he receives when presenting himself as Swiss with the negative reactions when he reveals his Italian nationality. He attributes these differences to what he sees as a pervasive culture of lawsuits and a high number of lawyers in Italy. "I'm ashamed to say I'm Italian," garbo says in the video. "When I travel, I use my Swiss passport because people react much better when they think I'm Swiss." He supports this claim by referencing the large number of lawyers in Italy, which he believes contributes to a negative national image. While garbo's statements are subjective and do not represent the views of all Italians, his video highlights a complex issue of national identity and perception. The high number of lawyers in Italy is a well-documented fact, and the video prompts reflection on the potential impact of this on the country's image abroad. Further research could explore the reasons behind the perception of Italy's legal system and its impact on national identity.