America has extensive formal systems for resolving conflicts—courts, grievance procedures, HR processes, arbitration, complaint mechanisms. These aren’t last resorts for extraordinary situations; they’re normal infrastructure Americans expect to exist. When direct resolution fails, there should be somewhere to take the issue, proper procedures to follow, and authoritative ways to reach decisions. Americans learn to navigate these systems and use them when needed.
Filing a complaint or pursuing a grievance isn’t considered extreme—it’s using available resources appropriately. Expect that significant conflicts have proper channels, and don’t hesitate to use formal processes when the situation warrants it.
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