What kind of democracy is this?
(Syria) Abu Rami feels that America needs to treat the people of the Middle East as well as U.S. citizens -- and that President Bush is a "butcher."
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The Great Presidential Race
(Australia) A Campaign metaphor... see comments for more info.
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The WAR party
Set to a tune from World War I (the war to end all wars) I encourage all to do whatever they can to stop the Democratic/Republican "WAR party."
Trade and Aid in Developing African Countries
(Kenya) Americans should keep in mind that developing African nations like Kenya depend heavily on U.S. aid and trade ties with the United States.
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Why Americans should "get out the vote"
(Hong Kong) Coming from Hong Kong, where representatives are appointed, not elected, gives more perspective on the importance of voting.
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Does America Care About Burma/Myanmar?
(Burma/Myanmar) Will a new president offer greater support to those resisting the military junta in Burma? Is America interested in spreading democracy when there aren't clear...
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Dear Oprah - Episode 1: Discovering Non-Voting America
In early September 2007 we touch US shores in New York City and move over to the political heartland of the US, Washington DC, for a crash course about low voter turnout in...
A Taste of Garnaut - The Climate Challenge
(Australia) The world is looking to the US for leadership on climate change. It must be a major part of the election debate.In Australia planning for an emissions trading scheme...
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Nicholas Schmidle-- Drop the Language of 'the War on Terror'
Language matters. We've done a disservice to the Muslim world and the intelligence of all Americans by oversimplifying all of these conflicts under the guise of one war. This...
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So What is Dear American Voter?
Learn about DAV! Here's my take.
