Parent was praising Norway and Finland for their focus on leveling up their culture and economy. No problems there.

As for Flint, Michigan... A quick google will give you a lot of info, but the gist of it is that they have had lead in their water for over two years and it's beyond toxic. Their government has failed them.

I think he was (also) saying Muslims are misbehaving in Norway and Finland, and it can't be blamed on those countries attacking the Middle East, so people (rightly or wrongly) believe there is something wrong with Muslims/people in the Middle East culturally.

No. JeffreyKaine explained 100% what I meant.

Ah, okay. My mistake.

I can see that now - he seems to have edited his comment a few times.

The guy obviously does not speak English as a primary language, so give him a break.

I've seen less intelligible writing from Americans who only speak English.