How Would the Rest of the World Lean if the World Could Vote in US Elections?
Interview Series Attempts to Find Out | Democracy, elections, and voting
Obama would win a worldwide vote — by a landslide
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In a 2012 election outside the United States, Barack Obama would beat Mitt Romney 65 percent to 18 percent, GlobalPost finds. Alex Leff BOSTON, Mass. — Stop the drone attacks. Be tougher on terror. Help immigrants. Boost trade. Fix your economy, and help us fix ours while you’re at it.
US Election: What if Afghanistan could vote?
‘Our own national elections do not have an impact on Afghanistan, why should an election in America?’ Chris Sands KABUL, Afghanistan — As part of GlobalPost’s project to interview 100 people in 20 locations around the world about the 2012 US election, we asked Afghans: Who do you want to win?
US Election: What if Cuba could vote?
Most Cubans want to re-elect Obama to lift the trade embargo, but some think he’s a communist. Nick Miroff HAVANA, Cuba — As part of GlobalPost’s project to interview 100 people in 20 locations around the world about the 2012 US election, we asked Cubans: Who do you want to win the 2012 US election?
US Election: What if Egypt could vote?
‘Until now, Obama hasnât done anything for the Middle East. All of it is talk.’ Erin Cunningham CAIRO, Egypt — As part of GlobalPost’s project to interview 100 people in 20 locations around the world about the 2012 US election, we asked Egpytians: Who do you want to win the 2012 US election?
US Election: What if Hong Kong could vote?
With the Hong Kong dollar pegged to the US dollar, locals want an American president who keeps a close eye on the money. Benjamin Carlson HONG KONG — As part of GlobalPost’s project to interview 100 people in 20 locations around the world about the 2012 US election, we asked people in Hong Kong.
US Election: What if Mexico could vote?
Mexicans recently had an election of their own. Now, with trade and the drug war at stake, they’re wondering how well Washington’s next boss with jibe with theirs. Allison Jackson GUADALAJARA, Mexico — As part of GlobalPost’s project to interview 100 people in 20 locations around the world.
US Election: What if India could vote?
‘Where we are currently, I think we need someone to take care of general people more than big business.’ Jason Overdorf NEW DELHI, India — As part of GlobalPost’s project to interview 100 people in 20 locations around the world about the 2012 US election, we asked Indians: Who do you want to win?
US Election: What if Japan could vote?
The Japanese are split over who should lead the US next. Justin McCurry TOKYO, Japan — As part of GlobalPost’s project to interview 100 people in 20 locations around the world about the 2012 US election, we asked Japanese people: Who do you want to win the 2012 US election? Will the election affect you?
US Election: What if China could vote?
‘[Obama] is like a dog, running around biting peaceful people for no reason.’ David Green BEIJING, China — As part of GlobalPost’s project to interview 100 people in 20 locations around the world about the 2012 US election, we asked Chinese people: Who do you want to win the 2012 US election?
US Election: What if Myanmar could vote?
‘US dialogue against countries like Iran worries me. Our world does not need more war.’ Victoria Bruce MYANMAR — As part of GlobalPost’s project to interview 100 people in 20 locations around the world about the 2012 US election, we asked residents in Myanmar: Who do you want to win the 2012 US vote?
US Election: What if Nigeria could vote?
‘Obama, being an African who is contesting as president is proud for Africa and the world entirely.’ Heather Murdock ABUJA, Nigeria — As part of GlobalPost’s project to interview 100 people in 20 locations around the world about the 2012 US election, we asked Nigerians: Who do you want to win?
US Election: What if Pakistan could vote?
‘For us, its not like any candidate is going to be a good one.’ Mariya Karimjee KARACHI, Pakistan — As part of GlobalPost’s project to interview 100 people in 20 locations around the world about the 2012 US election, we asked Pakistanis: Who do you want to win the 2012 US election?
US Election: What if South Africa could vote?
‘Having a black face up there makes people feel like thereâs less racial tension â although there isnât, but it looks that way.’ Erin Conway-Smith JOHANNESBURG, South Africa — As part of GlobalPost’s project to interview 100 people in 20 locations around the world about the 2012 US Presidential elections?
US Election: What if Thailand could vote?
Thais say Obama is OK but they want a little respect, and as one sums it up: ‘America is both ‘BS’ and cool at the same time.’ Patrick Winn BANGKOK, Thailand — As part of GlobalPost’s project to interview 100 people in 20 locations around the world about the 2012 US election, we asked Thais.
US Election: What if the UK could vote?
‘I think it’s exciting to have a multicultural president who represents a wider spectrum of people in the United States.’ Barry Neild LONDON, UK — As part of GlobalPost’s project to interview 100 people in 20 locations around the world about the 2012 US election, we asked Britons: Who do you want?
US Election: What if Germany could vote?
‘I maybe prefer that he not bomb Syria. Or Iran.’ Kristin Deasy BERLIN, Germany — As part of GlobalPost’s project to interview 100 people in 20 locations around the world about the 2012 US election, we asked Germany: Who do you want to win the 2012 US election? Will the election affect your country?
US Election: What if Canada could vote?
The Canadians we spoke to are overwhelmingly pro-Obama and concerned about their neighbors’ health care. Valentina Jovanovski TORONTO, Canada — As part of GlobalPost’s project to interview 100 people in 20 locations around the world about the 2012 US election, we asked Canadians: Who do you want?
US Election: What if Palestinians could vote?
‘He has to be not for Israelis, and not for Palestinians. He has to be for peace.’ Noga Tarnopolsky JERUSALEM — As part of GlobalPost’s project to interview 100 people in 20 locations around the world about the 2012 US election, we asked Palestinians: Who do you want to win the 2012 US election?
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