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Traveling abroad? You're probably being profiled

American tourists are in everyone's crosshairs this summer. Here's what to do about it.

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Christopher Elliott
Jun 16, 2024
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If it feels like you have a target on your back when you’re traveling, you might be right. American tourists are being profiled like never before.

Sometimes, it’s harmless. For example, I recently walked into a cafe in Rio de Janeiro. Before I could say “bom dia,” a server handed me two menus — in English. 

How did she know? …

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