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The American presidential elections aren’t just being talked about in the states – they are in the news all around the world.
Not only will the next president be making policies that have global impact, but the American expatriate community will be watching closely to see how their country is changing from afar.
Today, Where We Live, a panel of American ex-patriot bloggers from all corners of the globe. We'll find out - How is the election perceived by people on the streets in Senegal? What's in the German newspapers? Is Japan as obsessed with this election as we are?
And, we'll ask you to join the conversation: Are you from another country but living in the state? Do you have friends or family living abroad… and what are they reporting back from foreign countries?
Add your suggestions, questions and comments below.
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relatives abroad following US election
My in-laws live in Croatia and are following the US elections by satellite. Croatia is a fairly new democracy, but everyone seems to be interested and informed about the US democratic process. When we visited over the summer, it was the hot topic for conversation... Who will I vote for? Why only 2 political parties? Why do they campaign for so long? Why isn't Obama crushing McCain; is it because Americans are racist?
I love a political discussion, but I am filled with anxiety this year. I feel like it is more than an election of one candidate over another. For me, it feels like a referendum on the American people... are we as dumb as the world imagines (thanks to Bush & his damage to our image abroad). Or can we regain our strength & dignity and overcome our selfishness in order to get back to the American ideal.