"The Global Skepticism Surrounding American Democracy"

Foreign diplomats express deep concern over the state of American democracy, citing political polarization and dysfunction in Congress as major obstacles to effective governance and global leadership. They worry that the U.S.'s internal divisions are undermining its ability to play a reliable and influential role in international affairs, impacting issues such as military aid, foreign relations, and global security. There is a growing sense of reluctance among foreign countries to sign long-term deals with the U.S. due to the partisan divide, and some diplomats fear that a lack of consensus and long-term foreign policy could lead to international crises.