The europeans created the fashism and the communism.
America destroyed both the european fashism, and the european communism.
You, europeans, created the biggest possible horrors on this
planet.
America will not allow again the european psyhopats dreams for world domination to become true.

Angel, Nessebar, Bulgaria

Those in Europe are just as bloody ignorant of American candidates and issues as Americans are of British, French or German issues and candidates. Why most Yanks and even one ex-pat thought Blair was great and going to bring prosperity and clean, sleaze-free government.

Bob Evans, Anaheim, California

You, Americans. Your elections aren't just yours. Take a look at a mess being caused by your elected president Bush.
How many innocent people - a huge amount of children among- have been killed in Iraq and all over the foreign soil the US soldiers stept on?If McC will be elected, god save our souls

Bokiyan, ljubljana, Slovenia

Once your elected presidents don't mess around is OK with world citizens. If yes, it becomes our issue too. Amerikans you still remember last 50 years all the wars you caused in the world? Your next president should be elected by the literal Europe. God save us all if McCain over take white hous.

Bokiyan, ljubljana, Slovenia

I am deeply disapointed to see how many Americans posting here are so disrespectful (seemingly hateful) toward our Europeans cousins. What is wrong with you people? Show some regard for your neighbors, whose opinions and feelings are every bit as relevant and central to a global community as ours.

Honour, Grass Valley, California, USA

Obama is the worst thing that could happen to the United States at this point in history. He lacks the experience to hold the office of President. In addition, his associations with such radical people are highly questionable to say the least. Where there's smoke there's fire!

Robert, Dallas, TX, US

All of the Leaders of the Worlds most totalitarian and least democratic countries in the World seem to be backing Obama.---For me that is as good a reason for voting for McCain .

Henry, New York, USA

One of the sharpest TV news observations after
Clinton lost the nomination was that Obama was
campaigning for President of the USA, while Clinton
wanted a Coronation; her campaign was more of
an ego serving cult meet than a sane presentation
of fact. Obama can now bring us world respect again!

jess, Bellevue, WA, USA

Now THERE is an endorsement I'm sure he will kindly decline!

So the French like Obama?
I hear they are big fans of Jerry Lewis too.

Joe Z, Eugene, OR, US

Well, there goes Obama's chance's of winning. American's tend to do everything opposite to what European's say.

jayil, london, uk

In an age of American fanaticism, I've met few fellow Americans who can defend their political views (of whatever stripe) against a reasoned attack. Now Republicans seem offended that a Democrat has adopted some of the tactics of demagogy they have successfully used for so long. I am unsympathetic.

Michael Sheridan, Sacramento, California, USA

Fortunately, Europe has no vote.
Reality check: In America Trinity's Obama is singing to the chorus. All things considered at this juncture Obama should be 20 points ahead of McCain & he's barely breaking even. Approval ratings: Bush: 33% Democratic congress: 13%
NOT a good omen for Dems in '08.

cathy hansen, ruckersville, virginia, usa

Europe, where is that exactly? Oh, yes, all those countries "over there" that to date haven't elected anyone as Prime Minister or President that isn't lily white. You do have Black and Brown people right? How come you don't ever elect any to the top office? Hmmm....racist much? Such hypocrisy.

Sally, Richmond, USA

The responses doesn't surprise me. It's mostly paid Republcan operatives who fill the response sheets in swathes of internet sites like this. The meaness, the spite, the loathing. It's all Bush/Rove tactics. Look at the economy and what Republican have done.

Sharon Wilkes, Wilmington, DE, USA

After 20 years of dedicated membership in a Black Liberation Theology church, Barack Hussein Obama's resignation is a cynical farce - far too little and far too late. The news about what Black Liberation Theology teaches (racist Marxism) will become evident for everyone to see and understand.

Vituperator, Houston, Texas

The term "unfortunately" is unfortunate. First, a Times news piece should not take the side of Obama over McCain. Secondly, it implies a desire to corrupt the democratic process of another nation. Would feel insulted if Americans wanted to gate crash European elections? McCain will most likely win.

Ed Engels, New York, USA

After 20 years of dedicated membership in a Black Liberation Theology church, Obama's resignation is a cynical farce - far too little and far too late. The news about what Black Liberation Theology actually teaches will become evident for everyone to see and understand and it will hang around his neck like the stinking corpse of an albatross.

BTW, I don't give a tinker's dam what Europe thinks.

Vituperator, Houston, Texas

The rest of the world sees how Obama can bring the US back into the global village. However it is said to see all the no to an African American sentiments that still remain in the US. Unfortunately there are still deep cracks in the American dream for some. Love thy neighbour, I think not.

Ann, Toronto,

' Why does every Brit I meet think Australia's history begins and ends with the convicts? '

The facts are presumed correct. Unless you wish to rewrite history? You are applauded for making a ' go ' of otherwise hostile territory (historically speaking). The epitome of British Spirit. Keep it up!

Paul, Chichester, England

To MIKE in RIVERDALE : Agree unreservedly with your comments. Based on your comments, do you not think that you agree to the value placed on multilateral consensus? Some of the other solo projects undertaken have shown room for improvement.

Pierre, Rennes, France

Tell you what, Europe, do us a favor and take the bum. I want nothing to do with this fraud. We haven't had a more shallow politician come so close to the Oval Office in my lifetime. "Hope through Change!" "Change for Hope!" "Unity in Hope" "Change in Unity!" No substance, no policy.

Kenneth Anderton, Carmel, California, USA

To the international community who is reading this article and these responses, let me assure you, there are those of us Americans who welcome your support. We acknowledge that today's world is a global society, and that while your vote may not count, your opinion does.

LM, Ohio, USA

No thank you. Obama attended a church that flung hate at whites for two whole decades. Only when it brought him public shame did he withdraw. We saw him belittle those who oppose illegal immigration as xenophobes, as clingers to God in their misery. Arrogance and bigotry: not our cup here.

CMartel2, Fort Collins, Colorado, USA

Of course you'll get some of these arrogant responses from some Americans below. Many of them have never visited outside the US, so what do they know about the rest of the world! Absolutely Nothing! They want another Bush for 4 years, they get what they deserve...High gas prices and layoffs!

Ann, Pasadena, USA

To Pierre in Rennes: Since you're "The Grown Ups", we should let you vote here with one condition. You must vote in English. It is because of the English speaking Brits, Canadians, Aussies, Kiwis and us, the childish incompetent Yanks that your own elections are held in French, not German or Russian

MIKE, RIVERDALE, usa

Racially mixed America? Has Europe looked at itself lately? I have not seen a Pure German, or Pure Dutch, or pure British etc for many years now. I am born in America with a Greek father and a Dutch mother, what is the difference in that and all you half breeds having kids with other Europeans?

Sandra, Breda, Nederlands

I am certain that in the end Obama will be a disappointment. From where he began, he has moved far to the right. His rhetoric is no longer any different from that of Bush or McCain. His servility to AIPAC, and the lack of independence in foreign policy will make him a failure.

Gamini, Reading, UK

"I was not aware that those who left for Australia 200 odd years ago had much say in the matter."

Why does every Brit I meet think Australia's history begins and ends with the convicts? Thanks, Eurotrash, for making me grateful my great-great-grandfather got on that ship back in the 1820s.

Stephen, Melbourne, Australia

If the rest of the world would like to see Mr. Obama become the next American President, I suggest they find a way to let American voters know why. There's nothing inhibiting the greater global community from using U.S. media outlets to have their opinions and perspectives receive consideration.

Mike, Virginia Beach, United States

The Euro-peons are fervid about our politics because their Socialist EU-ro Way has guaranteed they have absolutely NO say in their own governance, having supinely proffered all their personal freedoms, power of meaningful electoral choice and sovereign authorities to Eurocratic masters in Brussels.

Cybella, Porter Ranch, USA

Comments that Europeans don't understand what is happening are nonsense. Our papers are full of foreign news unlike in the US. I've been avidly following the US elections with alacrity because I care enormously about the result. US presidency has enormous impact on the rest of the world...sadly.

jelli, birmingham, UK

It will be great to have a president who is respected and admired around the world! I was very honoured and proud to vote for Barack Obama in the Ohio primary, and believe he will be one of our greatest presidents of all time!!

Also, I want to thank the Times Online for the great journalism!

Banks Wilkinson, Cincinnati, Ohio, USA

I am an American citizen (I live in California) and am happy to hear that so many Europeans are showing support for Obama. I have been supporting him in various ways since last year and am happy to see that he's finally the Democratic nominee. Thank you for supporting Obama from overseas.

Victor Ly, San Francisco, United States

I was not aware that those who left for Australia 200 odd years ago had much say in the matter. They were however, certainly driven there.

Paul, Chichester, England

Pierre, Rennes.
'maybe let the grown ups have a go'

Americans seem to forget where democracy came from. It was not born in the US, but came out of revolutionary France and Chartist England. Those high minded values were taken to America by poor emigrants with high hopes of a better life.

Colin, Cambridge, United Kingdom

I can't see why.
Given the chance he would put the self interests of Americans above that of Europeans EVERY day of the week.
If fact other than China and their old chums the Russians, America sees Europe as one of their biggest adversaries, financially at least.
Wize up people!!. SNAP OUT OF IT.

David Diggins, Derby., England.

It is a shambolic state of affairs when our US cousins resort to informing us Europeans to cease meddling in other's affairs. Maybe Europe is trying to align with the US, hey, you guys are a success story, right?
Just remember your roots kind sirs.

Henry, London, United Kingdom

Yes. Unfortunately. Based on the outcome of the last couple of elections, maybe let the grown ups have a go? We will be affected anyway, so why not?

Pierre, Rennes, France

Don't get riled, American readers. This is just more predicable Eurotrash bleating.

It's fascinating (and sad) to see what happens to a continent after 200-odd years of having everyone with drive, backbone or courage leave it for the US, Canada, New Zealand, Australia, South Africa etc etc.

Stephen, Melbourne, Australia

So the Europeans support Obama... sounds to me a sure way of electing McCain and no it's not just because his chips are "glorious food" lol
Remember what happened with the re-election of DubYa? The whole world wanted him out and teh US citizens re-elected them!

Alex Krondiras, Manchester, UK

Shows just how stupid and ill informed the world is, though it may have something to do with the hype put out by the media who are in the tank for this man. Electing obama would be the equivilant of Brits electing Micheal Foot or Benn the elder and we all know what a disaster that would be!

Viv, London, England

I have severe doubts about a man (Obama) who is saying he will 'change the world'. I also have my doubts about the biased media who has yet to ask him how he intends to do so. Rest assured if America elects this bufoon it will pay a hefty price.

Viv, London, England

And France says about Obama...."the youth and racial mix of an America under transformation. I expect this is because they have so many Franco-Algerian presidential candidates.

Jones, Weybridge, UK

I think the brits should be able to elect our President. It can't be worse the two previous embarassments (talking about the vote rigging and the genius currently in charge).
The US inherited democracy, so I think we should sit up and listen sometimes. two ears one mouth.

Bradley, Chicago, USA

The reason Europe and the rest of the world find themselves so concerned with American politics is that since Bush got into power America's been running around like a child with a gun.

Mark Simpson-Daniel, England,

'The youth and racial mix of an America under transforamtion and in movement.' That sums it up for me.This guy transcends all the others leaving McCain blundering around in a blighted past. Obama has a huge support in Europe which if you recall is where a number of you guys originally came from.

Colin, Cambridge, United Kingdom

The world loves the American ideal, but under Bush the country's fallen ill.How is the land of the free now a land of torture camps?How is the land of the brave unwilling to sign up to initiatives on climate change?And how is the leader of the free world allowed to start wars to line his own pockets

Mark Simpson-Daniel, England,

It is amusing to see how all these american comments are against 'intervention' from Europe. Stop meddling they tell us in all these comments.. Rich coming from the US. Yes it is unfortunate you can't chose a leader with some brains & who doesn't think the flintstones is a documentary. Ah bless you!

James, Bordeaux,

So, of course the world hates us (Americans).

We are the progeny of those smart enough to have left them all behind.

Cybella, Porter Ranch, USA

The chattering classes of Europe are so far out of touch, it's frightening - why does US just not abandon them militarily? If they had to spend more money for their own defense, it might cure them of their unrealistic world views.

Eva, Sudbury, Canada

It will be nice to have solid allies and be an honorable, engaged part of the world's solutions again. Obama will accomplish that, and we will travel as proud and respected Americans again. We will regain the massive support we had after 9/11 - that Bush destroyed.

Chelle, Port Angeles, USA

As evidenced by the previous posts, we in the U.S. still have our share of closed-minded, arrogant individuals. However, I believe the nomination of Barack Obama shows that there are still good, reasonable people here, and we are going to take our country back.

Darren, Los Angeles, USA

Why doesn't Obama count Europeans' votes to say he wins the poplular vote? Why not... Hillary counts Puerto Rico, Samoa, Guam and other countries that don't have any say in the general election.

Kate, Connecticut,

In order to make in roads with respect to the problems the world is facing, ranging from terrorism to global warming to energy, the past 8 years have proved that going it alone just doesn't work and diminishes the US's stature and power worldwide. A world respected president is just what we need.

David Weinstein, Los Angeles, usa

European sentiments backing the vacuous Barry Obamaa fit in perfectly Europe which has a predilection for self destruction.

Leni P, NY, USA

The 'tightest' race was due to unimaginable personal attacks, which, thankfully, Mr. Obama didn't stoop to. So, although close on the face of it, the race was not a fair one, therefore discounting, for many, the numbers. It is hoped that these inflated votes will be converted in the fall.

Carol McFarlane, Yakima, United States of America

I'm from Canada, and if we could vote, Obama would crush John McCain. It's not Europe, it's the entire world. It's unfortuante that so many Americans live in a box with Fox News and CNN as their only source of current events.

Ryan Pleckaitis, Edmonton, Canada

Europeans should stop meddling in our political affairs, they don't know who Barack Hussein Obama really is.

Edith, San Diego, USA

Don't Europeans have their own leaders and their own elections? For people who constantly like to demonize America they can't seem to help themselves from getting involved in American politics. Why is this?

John, Rockville, USA

To say that Obama is an empty suitis to be kind to him. It shows how far Europe is from reality. This man is a Marxist. That is why the intelligentia find him amazing. Which proves that they may be the intelligentia, but not very intelligent.

Desmond Taylor, Houston, USA Tx

Unfortunately?

John, Boston, USA

Maybe they don't have a vote but they do have their opinion and it's favorable. Maybe when he is elected we can feel the pride again. Maybe the USA will finally shine again. Thank you Barack! The "feeling" is turning into "fact". I always knew we needed Obama.

Cheryl, Vermilion, USA

I do not understand why Europe constantly makes the comment that it should vote in our elections. Those in leadership in England also have serious effects on the world.

Are you planning on allowing Americans to vote in your elections too?

Heather, Lowell, Ma, USA

Ok. That comment is just straight up dumb. America is not a football game where you just wave the big "we're number one" form finger in the air. We need to grow up politically, socially and economically or we're going to be left in the dust, still whining about gays and the bible.

Lance, New York City, USA

Mr. Taylor:

If you're going to make strong claims - "This man is a Marxist" - you must support them with evidence. I'm undecided, but Mr. Obama deserves better than alarmist accusations of Marxism. Also, Europe is America's single most important strategic partner. I pray our next president agrees.

Eric, Atlanta, Georgia, United States of America

The socialst in Europe want a socialist/neocommie as our next president. Imagine that, I never would have thought!

George, Des Moines, Iowa, usa

Lots of us in the United States are very enamored with Senator Barack Obama. Even more of us are disgusted with Bush and the way he has led our foreign policy.

Not only does Obama have a wonderful vision, but he's very intelligent and self-disciplined. Plenty of us are planning to vote for Obama!

Esther, Martinsville, USA

I not only have pledged not to raise their taxes,I've been the first candidate in this race to specificaly say I would cut their taxes. ..families who are middle-income individuals making $75,000 a year or less,that they would get a tax break so that families would see up to $1,000 worth of relief."

John, Cincinnati, USA

I hate to see lovers separated. Can we start a fund and purchase Obama a one - way ticket to Europe?

Adrian Boyd, Paradise, USA

Change! Obama's anthem. Do the Brits like the change that has overcome their country recently? No, didn't think so.

Jerry, seattle, us

To Desmond Taylor: your statement is not intelligent at all. The true mark of intelligence is the ability to think multidimensionally. Not all Marxists are intelligent, but a Marxist is better than a bigot.

Joseph Hanes, Portland, OR, USA

You obviously don't know what a Marxist is. Have you heard him call to abolish private property? I think the evidence is it is you, sir, who is far from reality. China is kicking our butt at capitalism and they're supposed to be the commies? Time to re-examine your tired old world view.

Adam Smith, Salt Lake City, USA

"Unfortunately" you have no vote?!?!!? Well thank goodness you don't! You spend the last 1500+ years killing each other then come up with this "socialism" thing and think you're qualified to tell the rest of us how to live. Do us Yanks a favor and keep out of our politics.

Bob, Salt Lake City, Utah, USA

Well, I hope all these other American comments have given you Brits high hopes!

Aaron, Washington, DC, United States

....yet another indication ow how far apart "Europe" and America will remain always. It's wiser to somehow try to manage only our trade relationships than attempt much else. Nothing really new here .

Charles Griffith, Maryland , United States.

Some of us U.S.'ers are gracious enough to listen to and respect the sentiment of our neighbors in the global village, rather than insult or make childish threats to vote against European sentiment out of spite. Grow up! I am THRILLED Pres Obama will restore our reputation in the world. Bring it on!

Rachel, San Francisco, California, USA

The majority of Americans believe that the government depends on the people and not that people need to depend on the government.

Socialism is not our cup of tea like it is in Europe.

Stuart, Leeper, U. S. A.

Yes, we in the US are all in love with the idea of a black President. Yes, we, too, think he a charismatic orator. Now lets look at reality, Europe & others: Obama loves the idea of TRADE PROTECTIONISM, & he wants to raise our taxes & spend like a maniac. Thanks, I'll take free trade & McCain!

Dorothy , Colorado Springs,

"Unfortunately" Europe has no vote? Nice title. It shows just how arrogant Europeans are. In case you forgot, we won our independence from you over 225 years ago.

Because Europe likes Obama is a perfect reason to NOT vote for him!

cb, Chicago, IL, USA

My son was watching a panel of Black professionals talking solely about the next black president. My sons is father is Asian and his mother, white.

My son's response 'I don't get it Obamas 1/2 white

Betty , uPPER sANDUSKY,