LONDON — Like millions of people, Jerusalem native Or Rappel-Kroyzer is borderline obsessed with the U.S. election — a contest that has the ability to enthrall and enrage the world.
This fascination is only partly explained by Washington’s position as the world’s leading military, economic and cultural superpower.
Rather, for Rappel-Kroyzer, a software engineer, and countless other foreigners, America is still seen — despite its flaws, failings and supposedly fading dominance — as an emotional and moral benchmark internationally.
“One of the most fascinating things about American…
