http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/2009/01/15/AR2009011504008.html

"Americans, Feeling the Love
With Obama's Election, Expatriates Say, There's a New Attitude Abroad. Instead of Challenges on Iraq and WMDs, They're Met With Hugs and Good Wishes.

LONDON, Jan. 15

As Micha Wyatt plans an inaugural bash at the Chicago Rib Shack in London, she is basking in the new warmth toward Americans overseas.

It's cool to be an American again, Wyatt said. "Finally! I'm tired of pretending I'm Canadian."

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Americans interviewed said they suddenly have new cachet. Some compared the feeling to the heady days after the fall of communism."