Why do Americans praise fat people that lose weight?

[d21lewis]

Augen said:

Same thing when people say "1 year sober" and get applause. Then we don't really clap for people saying "Always been sober".

It is nice, but we might recognize those that are just boring responsible people.

Well, I will applaud somebody that can go a year without drinking because I damn sure can't....wait a minute.

*calls CNN*