One can argue that Israelis have more manners than those abroad.
Some Israelis have selective manners. A man may never touch a woman - unless she is in his way in line when he wants to get on or off the bus.
Everybody says Bevakasha to mean Go right ahead, or Welcome.
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The army turns out tough drill sergeants who also help mothers carry the stroller on or off the bus.
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