From countries like Jamaica to India, the anticipation for the US presidential election between Harris and Trump is palpable worldwide. In Browns Town, Jamaica, where Kamala Harris’s father was born, residents are planning watch parties and celebrations in hopes of a Harris victory. The sense of connection to Harris runs deep in this community, with her grandfather buried in the local church.
In Thulasendrapuram, India, Harris’s ancestral village, preparations are underway for election day with colorful kolam creations and prayers at the local temple for her success. The confidence in her victory is strong among the villagers, who believe that divine blessings will ensure her win.
In Berlin, watch parties are planned at various venues, including the jazz club Donau 115 and the cinema Kino Babylon, where Americans and locals alike will gather to watch the election coverage. From drink specials based on electoral college results to trivia contests, these events promise an entertaining and engaging night regardless of the election outcome.
Paris’s Harry’s Bar continues its tradition of holding a straw poll for the US election, allowing Americans abroad to cast their votes and gather to watch the results. The historic bar has only been wrong three times in its long tradition, adding to the excitement and anticipation among its patrons.
In São Paulo, Brazil, O’Malley’s Irish pub will host an election night event with a diverse menu and festive decorations. Organized by Democrats Abroad, the event is open to all, offering a space for people from both sides to come together and watch the election unfold.
While celebrations are planned in various parts of the world, the atmosphere is more subdued in Ireland, where Trump’s golf hotel in Doonbeg will remain closed on election night. With a general election pending in the country, there are concerns about the impact of a Trump victory on the significant US tech and pharma presence in Ireland.
As the world watches and waits for the outcome of the US presidential election, the global anticipation and speculation highlight the interconnectedness of nations and the impact of US politics on a global scale. Regardless of the result, the historic nature of this election is sure to be felt around the world.
