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From Down Under to Down South
Welcome to America Through the Eyes of an Aussie Expat! Join me, Aussie Mike, as I hilariously compare Aussie and American cultures, share epic travel mishaps, and dish out some real talk on current events—because what's life without a bit of Aussie banter? Don’t forget to check out my YouTube channel, where I’m dropping insightful (and occasionally funny) vlogs about my adventures.
Since making the leap from Australia to sunny Tennessee in 2018, I’ve fallen madly in love with both countries—Australia will always be in my heart, but I now proudly call the US home (and try not to get too confused about the traffic and weather). Raising my family here, I’ve realized that, just like Aussie BBQs, not everything is perfect in the USA. So I tackle everything from crime and immigration to healthcare (yep, plenty to complain about) — plus my top picks for American food, holidays, and why kids' TV here is a whole different universe.
And of course, I dive into what it truly means to be an Aussie expat living on the other side of the world—because sometimes, you just need to laugh at the cultural quirks. Hit subscribe for a fresh, funny take on life down under and across the pond!
From Down Under to Down South
Australian vs American Elections: The Surprising Differences
Ever wondered why voting in America feels like a totally different sport compared to Australia? As an Aussie expat living in the US, I’m breaking down the real differences between Australian and American elections—some of which will absolutely surprise you!
#AussieVsAmerican #CulturalDifferences
🗳️ What You'll Discover:
Why Australians are required to vote (and what happens if you don’t!)
How Australia’s preferential voting system stacks up against America’s first-past-the-post
The Electoral College: What is it, and why do Americans use it?
Why Aussies vote on Saturdays and Americans on Tuesdays (hint: it’s weirder than you think)
Which system actually leads to fairer outcomes?
🇦🇺 Key Differences Covered:
Compulsory vs voluntary voting
Preferential voting explained simply
Vote counting and election day quirks
The impact of each system on real election results
Having lived and voted in both countries, I’ll share my personal take on what each system gets right (and wrong) and why these differences matter more than you might think. Whether you’re a curious Aussie, an American politics buff, or just love a good “Aussie vs American” breakdown, you’ll want to watch this!
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What shocked you most about these election differences? Let me know in the comments—I read every single one!
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