If the project is successful, American voters will learn the impact that U.S. foreign policy decisions have on people around the world, on a general and personal level. They will also see how U.S. democracy is perceived in contentious countries like Iran and China.

The aim of this project is to expose American voters to the impact that their decisions, and their elected government’s decisions, have on people globally, using user generated video, news video, feeds and statistics. U.S. voters will also become aware of how the 2008 U.S. presidential election is being covered by television outlets in other countries. This knowledge will help make voters more aware of the importance of their decision and the empowerment they gain through participation in the democratic process. It will also bring them closer to individuals outside of the U.S. by allowing them to make a personal connection through video dialogue.

The project may be a great first step toward a permanent and growing mashup of international news and reports on a variety of global issues beyond the election. Future iterations of What the World is Saying – Human Rights, Development Aid, the Environment?

Imagine getting your news from people from around the world, instead of the mainstream media. Imagine getting different perspectives on global issues. Imagine being able to share your own viewpoints and get involved with issues you care about. Imagine OneWorld Connect, where people are better informed about global issues, can easily share their perspectives on what's happening in the world and connect with other people and organizations trying to make a difference. They will be able to create a customizable My OneWorld page to easily and quickly access and share information relevant to the countries and issues they care about the most.