American Politics 2012: A Far Cry from Middle Ground
American Politics 2012: A Far Cry from Middle Ground

Summary/Abstract: Presidential elections in the U.S. have always been important to international politics, so international relations scholars are debating how the next American president might change the direction of the country’s foreign policy. The article analyses the key issues of the 2012 presidential elections, the changing role of campaign finance policy (Citizens United v. FEC), changes in Americans’ view of religion, and possible variables that may affect the presidential transition in 2012. The article also examines possible scenarios for the next President based on each of the main candidates’ views, the prospects of American foreign policy after November 2012, and major trends and patterns in terms of strategic and political contexts.

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