#85 Beyond the US Election: How Global Politics Impact Your Life Abroad

It's Election Day in the USA!!

Today, we’re diving into the complex and sometimes unsettling role politics plays when moving abroad. For many of you, U.S. politics might be one of the main reasons you’re considering a fresh start in a new country. But how much should local politics impact your decision—and what happens when you move abroad and realize politics follow you?

In this episode, we’ll discuss:

• Why many Americans are choosing to move abroad due to political divisiveness—and how they navigate their top concerns like healthcare, safety, and individual freedoms.
• The reality of politics abroad, including my own experience living in places with vastly different political landscapes, like China and Georgia.
• Practical tips for deciding how important political alignment is in choosing a destination, especially for expats with specific needs like LGBTQ+ rights, healthcare access, or overall safety.
• Why every country has its own set of political realities—there’s no “perfect” place—and how to find a place where you can thrive even with inevitable trade-offs.
• Global politics and their impact: how worldwide events, from wars to mass migration, ripple through every corner of the globe.

Plus, I’ll share my perspective on the recent election in Georgia and the impact of ongoing conflicts, like the war in Ukraine, on expat life in the country. 

Whether you’re hoping to escape the U.S. political climate or just want to find a better fit, this episode will help you navigate how politics shape your life abroad.

Oh... and if you haven't voted yet, what are you waiting for? Get your butt to the polls.

 Resources Mentioned:
→  US Department of State: Absentee Voting Information
→ Join the Move Abroad Crash Course
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• #64 No you don’t have to hate the US to move abroad