Why do many Europeans hate Americans? Why do many baptists and people of other religions have negative feelings towards catholics? I just really don't understand. Not everyone is the cookie cutter stereotype. I'm American and catholic. I'm not a fat, lazy slob. I try to be well mannered and such. I'm not stupid; I have infinite things I could learn but I don't believe I'm stupid. Can someone please explain to me the logic and psychology behind this stereotyping and judging?