World The U.S. Will Take 1,194 Days to Elect Its Next Leader. Australia Needs 38. Here’s Why. April 10, 2019RUSSELL GOLDMANComments Off on The U.S. Will Take 1,194 Days to Elect Its Next Leader. Australia Needs 38. Here’s Why. Prime Minister Scott Morrison of Australia declared a federal election, kicking off a 38-day campaign period.