Americans in Amsterdam on the midterm elections: 'I am very pessimistic about the future of the US'
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On Tuesday, Americans go to the polls for the midterm elections. These are elections that take place in the middle of a president's term.
Many Americans also live in Amsterdam, and they are following these elections closely. Het Parool spoke with five Americans in the city about political developments in their homeland.
Opinions vary, but one feeling comes up often: many people are worried. One of the interviewees says he is very pessimistic about the future of the United States. Others also view the political situation critically, although they do not all look at the causes of the problems in the same way. Some have the feeling that the country is becoming increasingly divided between political camps.
For many Americans living abroad, voting is not always straightforward. They often have to register in time and cast their vote by mail or through an embassy or consulate. Still, most of the interviewees find it important to cast their vote, including from the Netherlands. They see the elections as a way to influence the direction of their country.
Sources: Het Parool
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