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Moving Forward

We may be pleasantly surprised.

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Moving Forward
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When I woke up on November 9, I was in shock. I could not believe that Donald Trump was going to be the 45th president of the United States of America. It just did not make sense to me. After all, Hillary Clinton was projected to win by every pollster and media publication.

I scrolled through my phone and looked at all my social media applications. Facebook, Instagram, Snapchat, and Twitter were all filled with posts about the election and about peoples’ fear and anxiety for the future. The majority of my friends on social media supported Hilary Clinton and could not fathom how someone like Trump could win over the hearts of so many Americans. I did not understand it either.

I do not understand how someone who discriminates Americans based on their race, gender, or religion, could win. I don’t understand how someone who makes sexual offenses towards women could win. I don’t understand how someone who has never served in public office could make it to the top. However, I am never going to understand.

Instead of trying to understand, comprehend, and continue to question how Donald Trump became president, we must work together to unify America. We must put aside our political and ideological differences and improve our country. We need to work to strengthen our relationships at home and abroad, improve our social issues, and boost our economy. We can not do this unless we unite as Americans.

We must move on and embrace our new government. Although it may be hard for many of us, it is the only way America can continue to be a prosperous nation. We need to be proactive citizens, get involved, and fight for our rights. Americans never give up and will never give up.

Instead of dwelling on the outcome of the election, get involved and support local political activities. Be positive and hope for the best over the next four years. We may be pleasantly surprised.

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