The current state of US politics (and other leading western democracies) is really disappointing. It certainly feels like politics was far more progressive in the second half of the 20th century - whether it leaned right or left it usually did so for a purpose and with conviction. Now the entire political landscape seems to have stagnated and we have a culture of loathing, fear and self interest.

From an international perspective, I wish the Republicans had a really strong candidate, to at least promote some sensible debates about the direction America wants to take in the next ten years.