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5 Quotes To Consider During President Trump's First Week In Office

Things will be okay, really, they will!

Adrienne Newcomb
Jan 23, 2017
SUNY Plattsburgh
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5 Quotes To Consider During President Trump's First Week In Office
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As you're all aware, Friday morning President Donald J. Trump was sworn into office as the 45th President of The United States of America. For many, including myself, that was a tough thought to swallow. Because of this, I've been spending a little extra time trying to remind myself to be positive and give Trump the benefit of the doubt. However, when I wean off the path of positivity I try to look at these quotes and remind myself that things will be okay.

1. "I can't change the direction of the wind, but I can adjust my sails to always reach my destination." -Jimmy Dean

2. "It does not matter how slowly you go, as long as you do not stop." -Confucius

3. "We should not give up and we should not allow the problem to defeat us." -A. P. J. Abdul Kalam

4. "The most common way people give up their power is by thinking they don't have any." -Alice Walker

5. "The best way to not feel hopeless is to get up and do something." -Barack Obama

Looking at these quotes reminded me that although I may not like what is going on around me, in some way shape or form I have the power to take control and take a stand. Hopefully they do the same for you!

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