On 20 Oct, 18:24, Nick Danger wrote:
galaxyguy wrote:
The United States is the greatest global consumer of everything and
also has a history of being the greatest global polluter too.
Possibly this used to be true, back when the US actually manufactured
anything. I think China is vying for -- or has actually captured -- the
title of greatest global polluter.

galaxyguy wrote:

I chose my words with care when I wrote 'has a history of....' Your
point was covered by it.

Well, you didn't choose your words too carefully.

You said "...*being* the greatest polluter" (present tense)

Possibly your meaning would have been clearer if you said "...has a
history of *having been* the greatest polluter." (past tense), giving a
tip of the hat to China's *current* status.

In any event, have a nice day! :-)