Down With "The American People"

Both Republicans and Democrats keep appealing to "The American People".

 I object to the phrase.  It reminds me of the politically incorrect segregationist phrase  "You People".  I am a US citizen.  A U.S. voter.  Not a Canadian or just an "American".  I want to be addressed as a Citizen of the United States OF America.  Not as an "American".   Makes me feel better. 

And, politicians, don't say "The"  anything.  Say "We"..."We U.S. Citizens..."