The Election Is Over! | The Odyssey Online
Start writing a post
Politics

The Election Is Over!

The election is finally over, but it has left us with a few questions.

13
The Election Is Over!
Rmuse via Politicus USA

Four in every ten Americans had trouble deciding which candidate to vote for because neither was good and less than half of BOTH parties were satisfied with their party’s candidate, which is the lowest level of satisfaction in 20 years! This level of dissatisfaction displays exactly how inadequate our current system of election is at providing the people with a candidate they wholeheartedly support.

Another question resulting from this election is: "What’s going to happen now?" Trump didn’t go in depth about what his plans were for after he was elected, but he does promise to repeal Obama care, cut taxes, increase jobs, change gun laws and stop the entrance of illegal immigrants while supporting the well-being of legal immigrants.

We also have to ask ourselves, "Are the Republicans finally going to man up?" This election has left us with a Republican president, a Republican majority House and a Republican majority Senate. Because the president, the House, and the Senate are Republican, now is the prime time to pass all the Republican reform they want; however, the Republicans have had the House and the Senate since 2014 and they made no real change while under Obama; hopefully for the Republicans, they will finally man up enough while under trump to actually make some changes.

The final, and I believe the most important, question this election has brought a round is: "What are we going to make small talk about any more?" I know for the past two years if I was at a loss as to what to say to somebody, I always brought up the impending election but pretty soon the hype over the results are going to be long gone and none of us are going to have anything to talk about with our weird Uncle Pete or those people who want to make conversation while riding in the elevator together. This election season has been exciting, but I’m glad it is finally over, and I believe everyone is nervously waiting to see where America is heading next; hopefully not down the drain pipe!

Report this Content
This article has not been reviewed by Odyssey HQ and solely reflects the ideas and opinions of the creator.
Student Life

A Few Thoughts Every College Freshman Has

The transition into adulthood is never easy

15092
Mays Island
Courtney Jones

Today I started my third week of college at Minnesota State Moorhead. I have survived welcome week, finding my classes on the first day, and being an awkward loner in the dining hall. Even though I have yet to be here for a month, I have already experienced many thoughts and problems that only a new college student can relate to.

Keep Reading...Show less
Students walking on a sunny college campus with trees and buildings.

"Make sure to get involved when you're in college!"

We've all heard some variation of this phrase, whether it came from parents, other family members, friends, RAs, or college-related articles. And, like many clichés, it's true for the most part. Getting involved during your college years can help you make friends, build your resume, and feel connected to your campus. However, these commitments can get stressful if you're dealing with personal issues, need to work, or aren't sure how to balance classes and everything else going on during the semester.

Keep Reading...Show less
Relationships

9 Reasons Why Friends Are Essential In College

College without friends is like peanut butter without jelly.

6549
Bridgaline Liberati and friends
Bridgaline Liberati

In college, one of the essential things to have is friends. Yes, textbooks, a laptop, and other school supplies are important but friends are essential. Friends are that support system everybody needs. The more friends you have the better the support system you have. But you also have someone to share experiences with. And don’t settle for just one or two friends because 8 out of 10 times they are busy and you are studying all alone. Or they have other friend groups that do not include you. Don’t settle for just one or two friends; make as many friends as you can. After the first couple of weeks of college, most friend groups are set and you may be without friends.

Keep Reading...Show less
Lifestyle

The Power of Dressing Up

Why it pays to leave the hoodie at home.

4844
sneakers and heels
Sister | Brother Style - Word Press

For a moment your world is spinning. The phone alarm has just scared you awake and you’re flooded by daunting thoughts of the day ahead. You have three assignments due and little time to work on them because of your job. You’re running late because you’ve hit snooze one to many times after yesterday’s long hours. You dizzily reach for a hoodie, craving its comfort, and rush for a speedy exit, praying you will have time to pick up coffee. Does this sound familiar?

Keep Reading...Show less
Entertainment

11 Signs You Live At The Library As Told by 'Parks And Recreation'

A few signs that you may live in the library whether you'd like to admit it or not.

4262
brown wooden book shelves with books

Finals week is upon us. It is a magical time of year during which college students everywhere flock to the library in attempt to learn a semester's worth of knowledge in only a week. For some students, it's their first time in the library all semester, maybe ever. Others have slaved away many nights under the fluorescent lights, and are slightly annoyed to find their study space being invaded by amateurs. While these newbies wander aimlessly around the first floor, hopelessly trying to find a table, the OGs of the library are already on the third floor long tables deep into their studies. Here is a few signs that you may live in the library, whether you'd like to admit it or not.

Keep Reading...Show less

Subscribe to Our Newsletter

Facebook Comments