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US Election 2024: Berlin and Brandenburg
The US Presidential election is causing excitement among Americans in Berlin and Brandenburg, who face challenges in voting but are still actively participating.
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Democrats AbroadRepublicans OverseasFederal Voting Assistance Program (Fvap)American EmbassyViadrina European University
Kamala HarrisDonald TrumpAlan MeltzerConstance Chucholowski
- What post-election analysis events are planned?
- The Viadrina European University will host a post-election analysis on November 6th, featuring live connections to experts in the US. A discussion on the election's significance for Germany and the EU will also be held in Teltow.
- What challenges do US citizens in Germany face when voting in the election?
- Many US citizens residing in Germany face challenges in voting due to the complicated absentee voting process, which varies by state. This results in significantly low voter turnout compared to those voting domestically.
- What events are planned in Berlin and Brandenburg for the US Presidential election?
- Several election night events are planned, including one at the Baden-Württemberg state representation and another hosted by Democrats Abroad. However, spontaneous visits are not possible as tickets are already distributed.
- What is the level of interest in the US Presidential election among Americans in Berlin and Brandenburg?
- The US Presidential election is generating significant interest among the more than 21,000 American citizens residing in Berlin and Brandenburg.
- How active was the campaign effort from US political organizations in Germany and what is the political climate among American expats there?
- Despite the difficulties, organizations such as Democrats Abroad and Republicans Overseas actively campaigned in Berlin-Brandenburg, employing phone banking to encourage participation. The local political climate is less polarized than in the US, with a majority of American expats supporting the Democrats.