nrc.nl
Netherlands Watches US Election
The US elections are closely followed in the Netherlands, with various events held to discuss the implications for the country and the world. Reactions from American expats and political experts are varied.
Dutch
Netherlands
PoliticsInternational RelationsElectionsNetherlandsPublic OpinionGlobal Impact
BkbTolhuistuinBiden Administration
Kamala HarrisDonald TrumpNathan ThrallErik PeireyLennard Peirey
- How has the Gaza war impacted the election?
- Thrall noted that Harris lost support due to the Gaza war, with progressive and Arab-Americans blaming the Biden administration; some members of the American Muslim community even endorsed Trump.
- Why are the US elections important for the Netherlands?
- The US elections are closely followed in the Netherlands, with events held in several cities to monitor the results and discuss their implications.
- How are American expats in the Netherlands reacting to the election?
- American expats living in the Netherlands also showed significant interest in the elections, gathering to share the experience and discuss their concerns about the outcome.
- What events are being held in the Netherlands to follow the election?
- Many people stayed up all night to follow the election results because the outcome significantly impacts the Netherlands and the world; for example, a Trump victory is seen as having a major influence on climate change policies.
- What is Nathan Thrall's perspective on the influence of the Middle East conflict on the US elections?
- Nathan Thrall, a Pulitzer Prize-winning author, discussed the influence of the Middle East war on the US elections, suggesting that both Trump and Harris would maintain support for Israel while potentially harming the Palestinian cause.