Hi Jack,
Am so HAPPY you are back. You are our shining light on CNN.
Barack Obama is presidential. He has the respect of other
dignitaries. They recognize his intelligence. They feel
secure with his temprement.
They realize, like the majority of us, that he is the only
one that can save our country.

We missed you, Jack!

Why would they not like Obama better! He does not go around threatening to bomb, bomb, bomb. McCain’s first reaction to anything is to fly off the handle and say something stupid. Foreign countries are seeing the difference between the two candidates under pressure and the level-headed one is the one they want!

Knoxville, TN

Jack, They prefer Obama because they KNOW that he’s the candidate that can bridge the enormous gap between the USA & the rest of the world.

Welcome back Jack. You were missed and we all hope all is well with you.

My question to your question would be: Since so many of those countries are not our “friends” and “do not even like us” (possibly even “hate” us),

1. why do we put so much emphasis on what they think/prefer?

2. Has it not occured to anyone that since they “don’t like us” then
perhaps what they prefer is not in our “best interests”?

Welcome back, Jack. The world prefers unity to unilateralism. No one likes a bully.

His charisma. And his offer of hope. The US isn’t the only country that needs a dose of hope. And he recognizes that he is a citizen of the world, just as we all are,

Because they are smarter than us. Period!!! I can not believe the stupidity and the bigotry of the American people. Gosh Darn IT!

Because they dont see color like the people in the U.S.
They are more open minded.

We have not been leaders when it comes down to race in this country.
They see a smart and qualified candidate.

Welcome back Jack!

Welcome back Jack.
I was beginning to think McCain had you lock in the trunk of one of his 13 cars. I even put your face on a Milk Cartoon! lolll

Well it quite simple the world realize how badly things can turn up if we make the wrong choice.

Welcome back Jack. You have been missed.

Obama shows the rest of the world that we are done with the ” cowboy mentality “. He listens, he asks for advice from knowledgeable people in the world, he keeps his cool and ” non threatening ” tone, and he is a true gentleman. He always looks presidential in contrast to McCain who always looks like he will explode any minute.

What’s not to prefer ?

McCain has based his past years in Politics in “Democracy’s enemies”, unable to talk to other countries because they are not like us. Obama is wanting to bridge the differences and see people as the same, wanting to respect other countries, even if we don’t agree. Obama had an African Father, an American Mother, and has lived and travelled extensively. He sees people as worthy of respect and help. McCain has a warmonger’s ideas that anybody that does not think like us deserves “Bomb bomb Iran.”

It would seem they’re smarter than we are. They see the bigger picture.

-Peter
Boulder, CO

the iraq war!!!! mccain will continue it. barack will end it.

[welcome back jack!! missed ya!]

Glad to see you are back!

The people of those 70 countries know that every other line that they hear from McCain is about war or the military. They want to see a U. S. President who can relate to the world without everything having to be war and military.

There you are…We’ve had Cafferty withdrawal every since you left. You are the sense of reasoning.

Jack it’s simple. The US and the rest of the world are tired of War, and Violence. Everyone sees Obama as a futuristic President who can bring people together. Every country wants to see the US as a symbol of Freedom, but they found it hard to do with Bush, and even harder if MCcain gets in.

Bill, Tampa Fl.

Why are the Republicans so afraid of helping other people in their own society?

The Republicans are using the word Socialism as if it is not already present in the American system.

Does the United States not have these systems in place with their Police forces? Is it not in place with your Fire protection services? Is it not in place with your library system? Is it not in place with your very own enormous military?

These are all perfect examples of services provided by the government and funded by your taxes. These are what the Republicans keep defining as “socialistic systems”.
Why is it that Americans are so afraid of servicing the health and the education of the people in their society in a way that betters all of them, making their country stronger? Isn’t that truly the purest form of putting “Country first”.

How ironic, the republican mantra of “Country first”, only suites those that have the money to belong.

They are intelligent……..duh!!!

They would like to see america retake the moral leadership position in the world and they do not want us to be a war mongering natiion like the last 8 years. The world needs leaders who are intelligent, and calm- who won’t go running around trying this and that response to a crises. The way the campaigns have been run attests to the leadership style of each candidate- Obama steady, focused, calm and reassuring; McCain erratic, frantic, unable to stay focused, displays of poor judgement and failed grandstanding! Who comes across as the more presidential and inspires confidence? Who will reestablish america as the preeminate role player in the world? O B A M A!!!

Having you back helps us feel safe and sane and having President Obama will prove that the American dream is still attainable. The rest of the world will then still have hope and something great to which they can aspire to emulate.

Because they know he is the weaker candidate and many of those countries don’t like us very much. Joe Biden knows it, everyone heard what he said in Washington. Even Joe Biden said in the primariers he is not fit to be CIC and repeated he stood by his comment. Interesting how being the VP candidate can change ones’s mind.

Jack–Welcome Back!! you have been missed.

Why? Some people here get so caught up in the political process that they can’t see the forest for the trees. Some are just stupid. Some wouldn’t vote for someone not like themselves for love or money. But those people in 70 countries have the benefit of space distance to give them added perception. Or. . . maybe they’re just smarter than about 45% of the population of the United States.

Because Obama is speaking of inclusion and not division. He wants to help all Americans which will, as always, lift the world.

Hmmm… let’s see… Obama is intelligent, inspiring, thoughtful, inclusive, calm, steady, charismatic, diplomatic, natural leadership qualities and has a sophisticated world view. Basically, everything Bush is not. And damn if it doesn’t just look very presidential!

First Jack.. so very, very glad you ar back! Missed your dry wity and wry observations!

If he wins: They sense Obama is a more open minded person who is not afraid of dialogue and negotiations with adversarial countries. Even during the coldest war with Russia, the President spoke with leaders.
And perhaps the recognition that in America people can overcome adversity and we are moving beyond the predjudice years which is more respectful of our Diversity.

Being a foreigner, I have a pretty good idea why. Obama is not only America’s hope, he is ours too! I watched your last two elections, was suprised when Bush won the first time-(although- i still can’t figure out how he won) shocked when he won the second time. If Mccain wins- I will lose all hope that there are smart Americans out there. Here in Canada- a lot of people look at the war in Iraq as an Illegal war, that should be reason enough to vote for Obama.

Barack Obama has consistently been an advocate of open dialogue even with nations who have traditionally been the subject of US hostility or been hostile to the US themselves. It’s not surprising that they would prefer a reasonable voice to another four years of Bush doctrine. Obama is precisely what the US needs to change our bully image and to start being a part of the world community and most countries realize that.

Dear Jack,
Most counties are old and have an extensive history of wars. They know problems can not be solved with wars and being a bully. They know Obama will not act like George Bush and Mccain and the world will be safe again. We, as Americans are the baby of the world and need to learn more.
Regards,
Shari

The world is looking forward to an intelligent, thoughtful foreign policy that promotes peace and prosperity, not war and economic nightmares such as the one we’re saddled with now. Thank heavens you’re back, Jack. We can’t get through this election without you!

Obama is aware of the rest of the world. In the very first debate, he showed an awareness of the position of the US in the world, he rightly said that the US has dimished is ability to exercise power / influence around the world with its unilateral actions, and there is some mending to do. That’s spot on: the world always had a lot of respect for the US, but lying about weapons of mass destructions and other unilateral actions with no respect for the UN made the US less credible as a world leader. McCain was going on about how dangerous it is to sit down with the president of Iran, going on and on about the stinking corpse quote. Although he joked about bomb-bomb-bomb, bombing Iran… that joke may go down well with US veterans, but scares the heck out of the rest of us.

Because John McCain will lead us into World War III, and possibly Nuclear War. They believe he poses a threat to International Security. And the world looks at John McCain as the last “Burning Bush”. His bomb, kill, destroy, and ask questions later approach, is VERY VERY TERRIFYING!

People all over the world are tired of a bully cowboy. McCain is exactly the same kind of bully. The world is tired of angry men. Obama is a rational adult, and a breath of fresh air.

I missed you terribly. Thank goodness you’re back!

Jack, the fact that people in foreign countries have a preference for Obama is purely symantical. Those people have no voting rights in our country.

Perhaps they have bought into the US media’s Obama obsessive brainwashing - it’s been going on now for about a year and a half, and has certainly done the job on millions of Americans. And what a job that is: taking a neophyte politician with hardly any credentials and turning Him into a demi-god who possesses all superlative qualities, and whose followers automatically attack anyone who would stand in His way.

Polls have been conducted in seventy countries pertaining to our election?? One might think they would have more important things to do.

Most of the world follows the US election closely and we get to know the candidates quite well. At some point, it becomes personal and we think of who we would vote for in our country if we had personalities similar to Obama and McCain running. The clear answer that emerges is Obama, because we all want a leader who inspires.

We all missed you. Good to see you back Jack!

As a Canadian I’d be very happy to see Barrack in office. McCain would only continue the wars, ban abortion (guess where Americans come to get their abortions done when Roe v. Wade is overturned), and set gay rights back two centuries.
His running mate might be a neighbour of Canada, but I’m sure she knows less about us than Russia. Look! Over dem-dar-hills you can see Canada!

Obama is a uniter, while McCain is a divider. Obama is a diplomat, McCain is a war monger. Obama is inspirational, McCain makes people want to throw up.

One of the very few groups in the world that does not ‘get it’ that we are more globally intertwined on economic and security issues more than ever are American conservatives that have held onto exclusiveness as a defense mechanism. Only thing, that type of defense and self-promotion only makes their group more vulnerable.

Welcome back, Jack! We really missed you!

I’m so glad you are back!!!!

Reasons people in other countries prefer Obama:
He is well educated and can actually communicate with people.
He is bi-racial.
He is young.
He has shown a consistency in temperament.
He is open to discussion with those who are not exactly like us.
He shows ability to inspire and invite all people to join in his vision for America.

John McCain has none of the above qualities.

Americans and Citizens of other countries can easily see Obama has a level headed message and a vision for the future that will improve the standing of the USA at home and abroad.

They do not see Barack Obama as the Marshal from the West. They feel or know that he will look at any situation ,and think bout how this will effect everyone not only from the American view, but from on how it would effect the rest of the world. Barack will not shoot and ask question later

Jack,
Here is a simple answer to your query, most citizens in 70 countries prefer Obama to McCain, for two very simple reasons:
1) Sarah Palin is not his V.P. choice and 2) because they recognize, what most Americans fail to realize, Obama is SMART. Obama is not a stupid man by any stretch of the imagination, he did not rank795 out of a class of 800 a la McCain, nor did it take him 6 years and/or 5 Universities, to complete a degree in Journalism a la Palin. I hope this helps in answering your query.
Azalia Lopez, Esq.
NYC

Hi Jack:

Barak is a much more compassionate individual.

Ron San Diego

Jack–
I think that many people in other countries of the world are less racially sensitive than Americans. In other words, his race doesn’t matter. Also, I think that McCain and the Republicans represent the country that attacked Iraq and gave us a bad name with the world. The rest of the world is as tired of the Bush presidency and the Republican world view as many Americans are. It’s time for something new.

Troy, Ohio

Jack,

Bush’s foreign and economic policies over the past eight years have been extremely divisive and have resulted in a worldwide economic crisis.

The world needs to unite and work together to solve economic, environmental and human rights issues.

McCain has repeatedly shown that he is no different than Bush in that his ugly attack, attack, attack, win-at-all-cost approach reflects an attitude that will continue to generate diviseness with other nations, and…….

a continuation of the long-held Republican free market deregulation policy, which is one of the major reasons why the WORLD is in an economic crisis, will NOT bring the real change the WORLD needs.

Good to have you back, Jack.

First of all people outside the US are more educated and informed then Americans. Religion, Abortion, War hero or fear tactics do not play such a big role in other peoples decision whom to vote for. They evaluate more like how have the last four years enhanced our lives and vote for another party if necessary. Germany’s Schroeder was voted out early, Berlusconni left early and Blair stepped down early, whereas American support a corrupt, incompetent and war mongering president no matter what. Now having lived many years overseas, other countries would like to see stability again, dialog, diplomacy, mutual agreements and feel safe and secure. They do not want an erratic, old American President. People are looking for new leadership. They are also aware that Palin would be a disaster. Palin would lead us into a nuclear war. She already said we may have to attack Russian and conduct military operations in a Pakistan that has nuclear weapons.

OBAMA/BIDEN

Welcome Back Jack, was beginning to think CNN was sensoring your commentary!

The citizens of other countries are hoping for the best for the USA, to return to our leadership, fairness and balance in handling the worlds problems. By voting for Obama, we walking the walk, and not just blowing smoke their way. They have taken the time to analyze the worlds problems and looking at the canidates, knowing McCain is a third term for GWB administration. Realizing that McCain will lead the world to disaster, not improving our way of life.

Welcome back Jack we miss you. Obama is truly a man of honor and intregrity. He has been running a very successfull campaign,reaching out to the people in our great America, the countries can see that he will unite us as one around the world, that is why these countries perfer Obama. McCain they see will take us back to War and lies.

Because most the time people don’t realize that they have something precious with them until someone else tells them.

The world (even our sworn enemies) want a leader that is level headed, as well as calm and cool under pressure. The world loves America. They love what we stand for. They are mad at the way the Bush administration has handled foreign policy. They fear MC Cain is going to be another Bush/Chaney. Humanity wants peace. That is why you see revolutions like Tienanmen Square. Obama may not side with Iran or Chavez, but the rest of the world knows there there is one less war lord out there, with the most powerful military ready to invade at the drop of a hat. The world sees security coming back to America. They also want to see the earlier America rebuilt that will cooperate and solve problems, rather than cause them.

WELCOME BACK Jack!!!!! Maybe they don’t want 4 more years of Bush, either…

Welcome back Jack!

For eight years the United States of America has been out to prove by force and arrogance that we are the greatest, strongest and most powerful country in the world.

The fact is, that before the last eight years, we were.

The world is looking for leadership from us. We must mend the alliances and relationships that have been so devastated by this administration.

The rest of the world sees John McCain as a continuation of the same negative and destructive policies that have soiled our reputation abroad.

Obama will reach out and mend the broken fences so that the nations of the world can once again deal as allies in facing the global obstacles ahead.

Jim Amstutz
Boulder City, NV

All you have to do is listen to them. The Gop ticket is all we will fight for this and we will fight against this and them. They never say any examples of who or what they are going to fight. I still think that’s why Hillary lost. Obama is the complete opposite. He says he wants to sit down and talk to allies and rebuild the connections that Bush destroyed. He eventually wants to smooth over problems in the middle east and save American lives not end them. On the other hand though he isn’t taking any crap either. If he has info as to Binladdens position and Pakistan refuses to act then he will. He has said that from day one.

btw , great to have you back Jack

Welcome back Jack. People prefer Obama over McCain for the same reason “WE” prefer you over Lou Dobbs. You,Mr.Cafferty along with Senator Obama are fair and honest people and you report things fairly. Lou Dobbs & Senator McCain both are very one sided. They lie and report things that only benefit them,but not always the truth. If you look closely I think they may be related. An “rotten apple doesn’t fall far from the tree.Again Mr. Cafferty welcome back. We have really missed you.

The citizens of other countries probably prefer Obama because he wants to talk about differences. McCain’s idea(?) is to bomb, then talk.

Welcome back Jack!

Because he has the “pause” so crucial for that 3am telephone call; because he’s willing to listen to both sides and search out the best solution; because he’s a good listener; because he’s intelligent; because he’s genuine, because he is one of the few polticians that has truly walked in other people’s shoes. Because, because, because………..

Obama because he is smart and does not just want yes men around him He wants to solve problems and is willing to talk to other countries that we disagree with and look for a soluation and not be the bully on the block Richard in Sunnyvale Califorina

Nice to have you back Jack!! Let’s get some fair and balance back on CNN. Now here’s the reason because America is stuck in the Good Ol Boys way. We need to progress to the 21st century.

That’s easy Jack. Because the world isn’t chocked full of xenophobes, unlike much of the United States.

Because Sen. Obama may be able to change the poor image many parts of the world, including many of our allies, have of us. The rest of the world is watching us closely, Jack. They are looking to see if Americans care and want to change.

Welcome back Jack; hope you are doing well.

Maybe, in Obama, they see someone who will accept them as worthy human beings who just happen to have been born in another country, rather than as simple inhabitants of a colored blob on the map - a blob suitable only for exploitation or conquest. McCain’s military background and the Republican party’s history of exploitation for corporate interests are not positives for much of the world. And the rest of the world is not as dumb, or simple, as many Americans think they are.

Why wouldn’t they? McCain and the republicans promote Joe the Plumber and Obama promotes “Bill the American”. The past administration has turned this country into “ME” First, not Country First as the McCain campaign would have you believe. Evidence of this is all over the Economy now. I think is about time we have a generational change in this country and promote more of an “US First”
because “divided we fail”… I believe a lot of “Americans” and our Allies feel the same.

Respectfully,
Bill the American!

Because much of the rest of the world is much more progressive than we are here in America. We have seen Germany place a woman at the helm and England did it years ago, as did India and Pakistan. We see world leaders of all colors and yet it is in the good old USA that race could derail one of the most prolific and intelligent candiate for president since JFK. In those “pockets” that Gov. Palin was winking at when she refered to “pro-American” areas is where the US shows how stuck in the past we really are. I hope for the sake of my children that my fellow Americans prove me wrong and elect Barack Obama and show the world, we do in fact practice what we preach.

Signed,
A white suburban republican female voting for Obama.

Hello Jack and welcome back. I missed you and am glad you are back!

From a Canadian stand point, majority of Canadians feel that Barak Obama has what it takes to bringing this messed up world together again. He is by far the coolest and most intelligent person for being commander and chief of the most powerful nation in the world. Now let’s hope and pray that all goes well and on January 20th, 2009 we can all celebrate his inauguration as President of the United States of America.

Canadians for Obama/Biden 2008

Jack, For years we have been the country that says “do as I say and not as I do”. It doesn’t work for children surely it doesn’t work with foreign policy, race relations and invading other countries. It is clear that many see Obama as a breath of fresh air and new representation for this country. One who will finally admit our mistakes and try to turn this country in the right direction not only for ourselves but once again restore that beacon of light to this nation. McCain and Palin only shows what is wrong with America same failed policies of Bush.

Jack ,welcome back CNN is not the same without you.

The rest of the world is ready for America to be America again,
and frankly so are we.

Michelle
Arkansas

Simple, most rational people want “peace” and Obama offers HOPE for that among other deciding factors. The world knows McCain AND the ruling Republican Party has almost completely followed Bush in every direction for the past eight years. Being smarter than a great many Ame ricans, they recognized our failure and have been waiting for America to wake up and regain its “leadership” world wide.

patti*tn

Welcome back Jack - They just want to see a “SMART” President take the lead in actually doing something positive in the world!

Obama is intelligent, progressive, seemingly level-headed, y’know, everything our current president isn’t. Also, and this is something that I am surprised hasn’t been paid more attention to, he is inspiring.

Things are kind of a mess all over right now and people want something, someone, hopeful and inspiring. McCain may be a decent guy but he doesn’t look like one. He doesn’t look like one. And that will keep him from being elected.

Welcome Back Jack! I think people in other countries prefer Obama for our next President because they know the whole world has suffered with the Bush Administration. They know that those policies did not work for anyone.

Welcome back Jack, you were sorely missed.

We are a microcosm of the world. Superpower yes but still reasonably sane people. Take one look at our polls and its evident that the world only wants what we all do…A fresh beginning in dire times. Nothing against Sen. McCain, but, is the world willing to accept another 4 years of the same foreign policy of snubbing our nose and rashly invading countries?

Jack,

Could it be that foreign countries don’t have the US media telling them how to think?

Glad to have you back, we could have used your pointed commentary these past few weeks.

Ryan

I just watched Sarah Palin campaigning in Nevada this noon and noticed that her very cute youngest daughter was in the audience in the front row yawning. Her school age children are in in the audience at many rallies. I am just curious as to why these children are not attending school since in most states it is required by law. Is campaign more about what Sarah wants than the children’s wants and needs? Scares me!!!!

It’s simple Jack,John McCain is a deciple of George Bush. He still wants to continue with the war and people around the world are watching at him.Everywhere George Bush has gone in the last eight years,he has been rejected by the people—–why? he lied to the world about IRAQ’s weapons of mass destruction.America is known to the world for her LEADERSHIP and she is given that oppertunity once again and it’s obvious who the world thinks will be a BETTER LEADER. Barack Obama,point and case—–BERLIN a few months ago when over two hundred thousand turned out to welcome not a BLACK MAN but a future GREAT LEADER in their eyes and imagination.

Hi Jack,

The people from these 70 countries want to live in PEACE. They are disturbed by these senseless WARS and killing of innocent civilians.
They know McCain-Palin will be continuation of past 8 years of reckless US behaviour. They know, in order to survive in White House, McCain-Palin will start more wars accoross the globe. It’s time for Peace. It’s time for Obama-Biden.

Jack -

The same reason why Americans support Obama. He has judgement, has a plan to fix the economy, is calm and even handed, he is Presidential.

They understand like Obama that the world issues are not black and white. The war in Iraq, impacts Afganistan which effects nuclear Pakistan, which impacts India, which affects China who owns the US debt, which affects our economy which has an impact on Europe, Russia and the rest of the world.

He gets it. McCain is stuck in the cold war of the 1950’s.

The world knows that with McCain/Palin, they have another Bush/Cheney administration - contrary, arrogant, incompetent, and willing to pick a fight with friend and foe alike if they don’t get their way. Obama at least promises a vision of a friendlier world, someone who is willing to listen and take advice from other nations, rather than treating them with contempt like Bush and Cheney. We Americans still haven’t learned that, apparently, otherwise the race for the presidency would be a shoo-in for Obama.

Welcome back, Jack! I’ve missed your voice of reason in this sea of madness.

Look at the McCain and Palin campaign - that’s your answer. In my life I’ve never seen politicians hold hate rallies, starting with their convention. And I live in GA and watched Chambliss destroy Cleland.

Because Sen. Obama may be able to change the poor image many parts of the world, including many of our allies, have of us. The rest of the world is watching us closely, Jack. They are looking to see if Americans care enough to want to change this image. Oh, and the McCain campaign’s small minded, anti-Muslim message is not helping.

Jack,

I missed you!!! It’s SO GOOD to have you back. God bless you!!!!

Welcome back Jack, really missed your straight talk.
George Bush alienated other countries with his “You are either with us or against us” talk. While saying that, at the same ignoring those in the US that did not agree with his going to war. We all grieved with the US during 9/11 and truly wished we could show you how much. Along comes Barrack Obama who is a BEACON OF HOPE. He brings with him authenticity, sincerity and geniuses that many of us do not see in our own leaders outside the US. The man’s rise to “fame”, struggles with finding his identity and dedication to help those less fortunate, not to mention solid family values speak volumes. He is dedicated to unite and reconcile his countrymen and also give some of that to the rest of the world. Obama challenges us to bring out the best in ourselves and remind us to play a role in making where we live (no matter where on planet earth) a better place. It is not in his genetics to divide people and the world has been waiting for this type of leader who will find ways to problem solve world issues without having to sacrifice more young lives of our men and ladies in uniform. It is his time and we can’t wait.

Bill Clinton said: People the world over have always been more impressed by the power of our example than by the example of our power.

McCain and his fellow Republicans only understand using raw power, based on “experience” to get their way while Obama wants to set an example by using good “judgment” as his foundation for decisions that will affect the rest of the world.

Nuff said.

I think they were impressed with Obamas cool and calmness when the financial crisis hit the fan as opposed to McCains frantic and “I’ll suspend my campaign and save the world” behavior. Plus, I think that people really think that McCain is too old and befuddled to find his butt with both hands and a flashlight, let alone run this country!

Welcome back Jack!

Some of us were afraid CNN had banished you to Palin’s front porch to guard the Russians while she and McCain are trying to convince 70 countries that are obviously smarter than the Republicans in this country that she can help lead our great democracy.

Me thinks those 70 countries learned more about what it takes to lead this country from Abraham Lincoln than the modern day Republicans did.

Not to make everything about race but, maybe they don’t carry the race stigma with them That’s with us all the time. Maybe they can see that he’s the best for the job because he’s talking about a new politics but whatever it’s I wish that it take whole here.

Well for 1) McCains an ass and for 2) They do not trust him, period!

It is because we have evolved, Jack! Remove the biased, racist cloak that so many Americans secretly wear, and it is obvious that the only qualified and candidate capable is Barack Obama. With the Republican machine rearing it’s head with the ugly and horribly divisive tactics we have seen lately, they may successfully stir your motley crew of extremists, and fuel this ridiculous fear for so many fence-riders. It will be a sad day if a washed-up war monger wins your election over an intelligent, curious and compassionate man because of his middle name, or the colour of his skin.

Simple - the world is tired of war and endless bickering. It goes to show that citizens all over the world just want to get along. They understand that Obama will talk first, and try to work things out. Whereas McCain will rather go to war to try to resolve differences. Make Peace, not War.

Welcome back Jack!

As a Canadian I watched in disbelief When George W. Bush was elected in 2000, then in utter astonishment and dismay that after four years of him ,Cheny et al. he was voted in again.
The world is watching closely, and praying that America gets it right this time. I heard a “redneck” say” who “cares what the world the world thinks?” He should care.You all should, but unfortunately there are still many Americans who are isolationists.
I read in an article here that if Canadians were allowed to vote in your election, 80% would vote for Obama .I would be one of them.Why is the world on Obama’s side? There are many reasons, but the top of the list? The disaster that has been the war in Iraq.
Allison Sloan
Vancouver B.C.

WELCOME BACK JACK!!! - You’ve been missed greatly.

One reason the United States of America has always been a leader in the world on so many levels and it is sorely missed.

Welcome back Jack!

Very simple: we foreigners known the size of the damage that George Bush has cause to the image of the US outside the country.
I can guarantee you that if the US elect another Bush, the rest of the country’s credibility around the world will “disappear”.

How can the world take McCain seriously when his choice for back-up leader of the free world is the back-up for Tina Fey? Sounds like I’m making a joke, but I’ll bet I can name you 70 nations that don’t think this is so funny.

Christine in Edmeston NY

HI Jack. Other countries around the world see Obama as a smart man capable of speaking without the threat of a baseball bat in his hand. That does make a difference. I cannot greet you like that on a plane. So glad you are back. You were missed. Without your input the nation almost went to hell in a hand bag but now that you are back, you and President Obama can lead this nation forward. .

jack,they know a democratic president would sit down and talk with our opponets unlike the republicans who would threaten them with force if they didn’t comply with our wishes.welcome back jack i missed you very much,you are my favorite on the “situation room” and cnn

Welcome back Jack !!!! we’ve missed you !!!!!

Well it’s obvious - the appalling Bush Doctrine of pre-emption has spread malice and discontent around the Globe to the point that mere mortals can take it no more. People all around the World want to see America lead by example and make the right choices to fight for freedom and democracy in a balanced way - free of prejudice, following the Rule of law and being honest with the World regarding its intentions. They see Obama as the first step to achieve this goal. Elect Obama and the wave of elation and real empathy towards Ameriica will be astonishing.

Jack, its great to have you back. Most countries prefer Obama for obvious reasons:

Obama– represents a fresh start; willing to TALK about differences, will not appease belligerents; will not dictate America’s “terms” (in order to stay on America’s “good side”); appreciates diversity; has long term vision for the good of all.

McCain– represents current establishment; been around a long time, and not seen as someone open to change; perceived as promoting ONLY America’s interests (arrogant and domineering).

I think this is especially apparent (and obvious) from the McCarthy-esque type comments that we are beginning to hear (more loudly) from the far right. This is very worrisome for American’s; and even more so for other countries.

Hello Jack, I have been debating on whether or not to leave a comment on your blog. I feel what I believe cannot go unsaid any longer. I can tell you simply why Obama is preferred over Mccain. Because not everyone owns 13 Cars and 7 Homes in this world. Obama represents the people who have been forgotten for so long. Mccain represents the people who have been thought of for so long, the politicians who think only of themselves. People want this change, they want to be heard, they want to trust their government, they dislike being in the dark, and most of all, they want what every “normal” family wants, what every family who does not have to worry about money wants, to know their future is secure, safe, and that their children won’t have to bear the consequences of someone else’s greed and pride. Obama is a good man, this is only an opinion, I am sorry that I can look into Mccain’s eyes and already see that he is lying to my face. Most of all I am sorry that others do not see this as well.

Obama is viewed as the one who can heal and improve international
relations. I suspect they also see the value added with his integrity, his
astuteness about governing and his wanting to taper off the Iraq War.

I also suspect they see McCain’s rage and dishonesty in his campaign, as well as Palin’s inadequacies as a VP or President.

Thank goodness you are back, Jack. I missed you.

Easy one - because Obama doesn NOT represent an extension of the failed Bush policies. Not only will he bring hope to America, he will bring hope to the world that America is back on the right path.

Jack.

Good to see you back!

The world sees that Obama is cool under pressure, intelligent, articulate, instinctively kind, and listens to all sides. In, short, he is the opposite of George W, Bush. He’s like a drink of cool, fresh water after eight years of wandering in the desert. He’s the one who has the best chance of rallying this country and the world to face up to current political and economic crises.

Jim
Reno, Nevada

Because he is a Citizen of the World, and American last. His Kenyan Citizenshaip he says expired in 1982 , that due to his Father’s Kenyan Citizenship he was had dual Citizenship.
Does not amaze us.
Joanne Buck
Minnesota

Why do citizens in 70 countries prefer Obama to McCain?

Easy, he promises many things that are unrealistic and communist!

Other countrys see him as a weak minded young man. He will give other countrys what they want out of fear for standing up for OUR country that my fellow brothers and our forfathers have died for.

I fear what will become of our contry if he becomes the next president aka Fure

Despite claims that this is the greatest country in the world, the US lags woefully behind the rest of the Western world on so many social issues (health, equality, education). Citizens of many countries, like many of us here, are eagerly anticipating American society catching up.

Missed you Jack! I am writing to you from Canada…. and from an outsiders view all is very clear - Barak Obama is a breath of fresh air. He is intellegent, well-spoken and even-tempered. Most importantly he has one house, one vehicle and has had one wife. Someone who has been well-to-do all his life & then married his billionaire mistress - will never understand what it is like for the common man to struggle and create their own wealth because he never had to make his own. If Barak were to have run for Prime Minister in Canada I would have proudly given him my vote!

Our thoughts are with you Jack. Good to have you back.

Why do citizens in 70 countries prefer Obama to McCain? As a citizen of one of those 70, the answer is because they too are angry at what America has become. American leadership, policies, decisions, actions (and inaction) affect us all.

What we want is a leader with intelligence, vision, insight, dignity, tolerance and character, A leader who exudes optimism, hope, respect, inclusiviness. A leader with a voice of reason. A leader who is presidential. In 14 days America can elect such a leader. These choices do not come very often - sure hope you guys accept the gift that has been offered to you, and that the count is 71 countries come November 5th!

Because it is readily apparent that Obama believes that loving the U.S. does not mean you have to shove it down every other country’s throat.

Good to have you back Jack, hope all is well with you. Unfortunately, there are still those who feel that way. I just hope they are a minority.

Hello Jack, I have been debating on whether or not to leave a comment on your blog. I feel what I believe cannot go unsaid any longer. I can tell you simply why Obama is preferred over Mccain. Because not everyone owns 13 Cars and 7 Homes in this world. Obama represents the people who have been forgotten for so long. Mccain represents the people who have been thought of for so long, the politicians who think only of themselves. People want this change, they want to be heard, they want to trust their government, they dislike being in the dark, and most of all, they want what every “normal” family wants, what every family who does not have to worry about money wants, to know their future is secure, safe, and that their children won’t have to bear the consequences of someone else’s greed and pride. Obama is a good man, this is only an opinion, I am sorry that I can look into Mccain’s eyes and already see that he is lying to my face. Most of all I am sorry that others do not see this as well.

This is a duh question right? For one, most people outside of America are not as bigoted and prejudiced as we are and find the gutter campaign tactics of mccain and palin revolting. Two, palin - could you possibly find anyone more clueless than her to be second in command of this nation? Three - Obama is progressive, open minded, for the people not the rich, for the environment and these all appeal to our progressive minded neighbors around the world.

Welcome back Jack. It’s good to see you again. As for those 70 countries, those folks are a hell of a lot smarter then the brainwashed Republicans who think they are the only real Americans left but have gone very far afield in the past eight years. Eisenhower, Nixon, Ford, Reagan and Bush-41 held the worlds respect. Bush-Cheney and the hacks they have around them have led us and the world down a dark road that was never traveled in our history. The world sees Obama as the return to normalcy. It’s sad that so many Americas don’t see it.

Because they prefer someone who does not put America first !
James Jones
Wisconsin

Welcome back Jack,

What most people do not realize is that the countries that supposedly hate America, do not hate Americans, just the politics that America has implemented in the past decade or more, and I believe most countries see a change in direction in American politics through Senator Obama.

Jack,

Glad you’re back finally! Simple answer. Obama will bring the country and the world together, where as McCain is an old, useless, same tactics kind a guy who will bring no change and togetherness. He has an old age vision, which reflects his old age and that kind of politics has not got anyone anywhere. The beacon of the world will always shine no matter who is president, but McCain will turns off more people with nothing new to offer.

Glad you are back Jack!
I believe these countries prefer Obama because they have had to put up with Bush for 8 years just like we have. these people are not as easily fooled and brainwashed into fear and racial divide like us Americans. they are not fooled by this anti-American propaganda the Republicans have thrown at Obama. Republicans are so desperate they will split this nation in 2 just to gain a vote and these countries see through this and hopefully so will we. on the bright side! at least now I know I have 70 countries I can move to if McCain and Palin somehow worm there way into office!

Because of Bush’s unilateral actions and McCain’ s 90% support of Bush.

Jack,

As a non-American, I can tell you the list for why other countries prefer Obama is endless…but how about this: he is intelligent, calm, inspiring and has not alienated your country from the rest of the world by continually refusing to acknowledge that the global economy will rely more and more on unity/negotiations instead of unilateral bullying. If all that weren’t enough, add to it that McCain chose a running mate who has only once left the USA - not exactly the type of person I want making decisions that will affect so many internationally.

Citizens in other countries see Obama as a statesman.
They also see him as aggressively dedicated to diplomacy first. I think many countries may be afraid of us as aggressors, an opinion that I never thought would apply to America.
They see McCain as hot headed and erratic.
I think their assessment of both candidates is probably more correct than our assessments because of our party affiliation filter.
Smiles…Annie for Obama

Nice to see ya back Jack. It’s really quite simple. McCain sounds to the world like a grumby old man. He has no idea how to deal with 21st century issues. He’s been all over the place on the economic crisis.His healthcare policy is horrible. Can you imagine what social security would look like if invested in the stock market like he and Bush wanted. His selection of Sarah Palin says volumes about his judgement. I could go on and on but one only had to hear what Colin Powell said about him to understand why America & those 70 countries prefer Obama.

People around the world have been in total disagreement with our foreign policy, and are hoping that with the election of Barack Obama as our next President, America will finally do something about getting the heck out of Iraq. We sure don’t need another four years of a Republican Administration. What we have now, and especially ever since 9/11 just hasn’t worked. It is time for a “change”, and there’s only one candidate who can deliver on that promise, and that’s Barack Obama. It is imperative that we re-establish better relations with other countries so we can restore America’s good name in the world community once again. I couldn’t agree with Barack Obama more. Those of you out there that are still undecided as to how to vote how about trying the Democrats for a “change”. Let’s make peace not war!

Obama will be easy to step on !
Obama hid in the cloak room couple of months ago when their was as resolution against Iran……
Iran is one of the 70 countries we are sure.
Jordan J
Denver CO

The whole world is hungry for the America that used to exist before Bush and Cheney hijacked our country. They long to see the United States emerge again as a positive, stable partner in international affairs. Like many of us, they see Barack Obama as the only candidate that can make this happen.

The McCain-Palin ticket projects a gun-toting, my-way-or-the-highway, freedom-or-death philosophy. Many people abroad realize that there are other countries in the world besides the US of A, that the GOP does not have a monopoly on democracy or freedom, and that the world cannot and should not be Americanized through military might. This kind of thinking is foreign, if not un-American, you betcha.

Welcome back Jack….We really have missed you.

Obama is as fast a learner and keen observer as he is eloquent and intelligent.

Jack,

Many of us also need some education on the systems within the political spectrum and how real communist, socialist, fascist societies operate. If the politcal spectrum is a mile long, the actual distance between the two US political parties is about 10 feet. Throwing around extreme terms to describe simple social programs (including those that already exists here) makes us look really stupid to the rest of the world,

Unbelievable that they would want to deal with an intelligent thoughtful man after dealing with the idiot in the white house now or deal with his understudy who shows the same eratic policies not to mention his sidekick Palin who will never be ready for the white House. Give me a break

Glad to see you back Jack… we missed you, hope your doing well.

I think that Barak has a perspective of worldly issues and “mankind” that resonates to forgieners who truley understand the recovery that United States currently faces and how its percieved in the world’s eye.

He represents and is one of ” the people”, not the same old rich out of touch families that have intertwined themselves with politics through no true intellect but entitlement (i.e. one becomes president, then their kid becomes president, c’mon). He understands the fight of his countrymen and has the ability to transend cultural, social, and ethnic backrounds.

Jack, guess what…the world also needs change, a change we can truly believe in.

Jack, we are so happy and fortunate to have you back. You have been sorely missed.

No one likes a cowboy mentality except maybe the McCain hooligans that attend his rallies. Other countries appreciate a strong, INTELLIGENT leader, and not one who flies off the handle as does McCain, or someone as ignorant as Palin.

Glad you’re back Jack!
I think, Jack, that it is because people around the world recognize the ‘rightness’ of the principles this country was founded upon. I think they, like many of us, are scared that we are in danger of losing touch with those principles. Obama seems to exemplify a commitment to upholding the principles that so many people around the world feel are slipping away. And if they do slip away, it seems that we will have lost what we are fighting for — even if we ‘win’ whatever conflict we might be engaged in at the time. Obama is the guy that sees to remember what we’re fighting for.
Tim in Texas

Because they know that election Obama is the only chance the US has of turning its back on the insane policies of the Bush administration. They, like many Americans other than Sarah Palin, accurately see John McCain as a continuation of the ‘Bush Doctrine’.

Obama is willing to talk to our allies and enemies. We can no longer solve problems and disagreements by force. The world is so inter-dependent that we must work together for the good of all. Senator Obama exemplifies this notion. McCain/Palin have demonstrated, by their negativity, how they would govern in the White House. We need a leader who will listen as well as act. McCain showed how rude and angry he is, showing obvious distain for his opponent. We don’t need 4 more years of this. Obama will improve our image and standing in the international arena.

Because Obama is willing to talk and work disagreements out with other countries. He prefers the diplomatic approach, rather than the bully approach. Obama also seems to care about everyday people. He has walked the walk and that resonates with people around the world.

Jack,
I’m sure that people in these countries are just like most of us here in the United States, We need change! and with McCain it would just be four more years of Bush policy, and it also scares me more that Plain maybe come President. We just can’t take it anymore.

Atlanta, GA

Welcome back, Jack. I had no idea you were such a big part of my life.

I have dual citizenship, and have taken a lot of ribbing from my Canadian friends and relatives about McCain’s ridiculous choice for a running-mate. My suspicion is that intense loyalty to one party or the other has blinded many Americans to the faults of their candidates, but citizens of other countries don’t have this bias. You wouldn’t pick up just anyone in the hallway of a hospital to perform your heart surgery. Why would you entrust the future of this country to someone who promotes themselves as being just an everyday hockey-mom?

Obama is a fresh face for the other nations. He doesn’t represent the our way or no way policies of this president. This country needs to get back into the good graces of our neighbors and Obama can do this. Change is what we need!!! So get out and cast your vote, not for more of the same!!!

The reason for this phenomenon is that the world need not cower in fear of President Obama. If he plans to unleash the military, the target will have had plenty of opportunity to avoid it by participating in our new strategy of diplomacy first. There will have been ample warning.

McCain’s “ready, fire, aim” foreign policy should be feared not just by our enemies but our friends who won’t toe the line. Look out, France and Germany. You’d better have military flight plans to Tehran or you won’t have any airports to leave from. Vladimir? We want your oil. So go ahead and attack somebody. We’ll be along shortly afterward.

Obama has a cool intellect that McCain can’t match. That explains why a growing number of voters are finally making their decision in Obama’s favor.

Hi Jack, so glad ur back, hope ur ok.
Ur not being here created a real vacuum.
Your blog is very popular with us.

There are many reasons that the world
likes Obama. I think mostly because Obama
is one of them, he’s really not an old school,
dyed in the wool middle American like McCain,or Biden, etc. He’s more exotic, even
Palin is exotic (the world should really fear her!)

That’s easy, Jack! He’s progressive and isn’t the same cookie-cutter president we’ve had since forming our nation. Senator Obama represents the proverbial melting pot, American dream, and mindset of the oppressed people of our nation all-in-one. We’ve waited 8 years for change and here he is! Now I just wish McCain would stop trying to claim he’s the agent of change - it’s like Hummer’s claiming to be the car company for the environment.

Jack, I 1st got to say. I’m so happy your back i really missed you. you are the main reason i which the show. I hope everything is ok with you.
To answer your question, I think it’s because obama is honest. and would unite all. make america a better place for all

Joann

Welcome back, Jack;
We all missed you. Now to answer your question, people around the world are looking for a more reasonable, compassionate, and less threatening leader in the USA. Not more war mongering and bomb, bomb, bombing if you disagree with me President. They would like a President that will sit down, measure and reason with all world leaders. A President who wants to once again work for peace in the world. It’s quite simple. Barrack Obama and he can

Jack,
Are there other countries in the world?

- A Conservative Republican

Cnn producer for Jack Cafferty, why does my comment require moderation. You are right back practising your censorship again arent you.? I am making a perfectly legitimate comment but you people are so biased you cant even see that.

The rest of the world is a lot smarter then apparently 40 something percent of the US electorate. They know that Obama stands for intelligent and logical policy making that is inclusive of all Americans, not just the white and rich. They recognize that he doesn’t have all the answers, but will work on behalf of the American people to restore trust and rational foreign policy that includes diplomacy instead of cowboy antics. And most of all, Obama knows that the VP choice needs to be realistic and not “mavericky” or pit-bullish.

at this time the world needs a united states that co-operates with like minded nations, not an international bully with a shoot first mentality and a do as i say not as i do foreign policy. i believe that most canadians like and admire you as neighbours, unfortunately we think your foreign policy stinks as it is only about yourselves and this is why it appears the world is not”friendly”. Obama exemplifies what the “friendly” nations want in a leader of the “free” world.
p.s. ‘neighbours’ is not a mis-spell here.

Welcome back Jack and best wishes! Just got back from a week in London, I’d have to say, now that I am back that here in the U.S. we seem to have the most narrow news coverage I have seen outside of perhaps China. People in a lot of other countries see a news perspective that covers more of the globe than we see here in the U.S……by FAR! I think this lends to a more global-minded view than we have here in the states. This view seems to align with Obama’s views, and as such finds a sympathetic ear outside the U.S. The age of ‘listen to us or we’ll kick your a**’ should END in this country, and unfortunately, McCain is more of the same tired litany. Our friends overseas have mostly seen the light, I hope we do also.

Jack,

Like the US, Canada is primarily governed by a free market economy and also wants to put an end to terrorism.

But……

unlike the US, Canada enjoys a publicly funded health care system, which McCain insulted Canadians by twice stating, during the primaries, doesn’t work well! (the Canadian health care system is one of the best in the world), and……

contrary to Bush’s and McCain’s unwarranted invasion of Iraq, Canada and NATO have continued to focus on the real source of terrorism in Afghanistan (which is consistent with Obama’s long-held policy on terrorism).

I missed you…welcome back.

The answer is plain and simple. Barack Obama looks more like the rest of the world. He sounds like the rest of the world in his expressions. Imagine what could happen if all the poor, in all the world, stood up, in one voice, together against that top 1%. WOW!

Welcome back, Jack. we did, indeed, miss you. (CNN should give
you a big fat raise!, too!). TO THE QUESTION: Obama is a statesman,
he is intelligent and open-minded. He thinks inclusively for the
benefit of mankind. He can restore some of our greatness. He’s
not a grump like John or a grating hate-monger like Sarah.

I’ll be happy with Obama in the White House. He is intelligent person and educated. He knows how to lead this country.

McCain Only cares about the rish people like his wife and is a copy of Bush.

The Jack is back!! You were greatly missed by millions of viewers and everyone of us hope you are well.

Barack Obama is relevent to the times we are, and will be living in, and represents all that is bright and hopeful in the world. The McCain/Palin ticket offers only narrow minded thinking coupled with low brow behavior, and that is something the rest of the world will not tolerate. The world community looks to America for leadership with integrity, and that integrity is something the Republicans just don’t have and never will.

McCain could have taken it one step further on debate night by saying………..”Sen Obama needs to be reminded that he is not running against George Bush,George Bush is not on the ballot on Nov 4th………..he also needs to be reminded that President Bush has kept the American people safe from another attack on the Homeland in more than 2,600 days………….and that Sen. Obama is a whole lot more than you have accomplished in your 2 years in the Senate !

jesse tatro
Massena NY

Jack, I believe it’s because Obama has said his administration would be open for diplomatic talks with other countries to try to find some common ground to start building constructive relations. If this can be achieved, the world will be a much safer place for everyone.
I think McCains Image around the world is percieved much like it is here in America, a bitter, angry, out of touch politician of days gone by that promotes fear instead of optomism & hope.

Well, people in other countries are generally a lot smarter than Americans in this country are. They want the same we want: intelligent, smart leadership which is what Barack Obama can only bring. McCain means more of the same failed Bush policies that caused our current situation.