Ah, finally. What felt like the longest presidential election season has finally come to an end. But has it really? Since the election results were finalized last Wednesday, all of my social media outlets have been outraged. It seems that every person I know has proclaimed their (obviously correct) opinion on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, Tumblr and Snapchat regarding their anger and disgust with the other political party.
In light of all the controversy, let’s all take a minute to take social media etiquette advice from the most well-spoken, kind-hearted and, let’s face it, adorable future presidential candidate America will ever see. As told by YouTube real-talk phenomena Kid President, here are 10 ways to deal with the presidential election on social media.
1. When you agree with someone's political post.
A like, heart or retweet will also suffice.
2. When you disagree with someone's political post.
Freedom of speech means you are allowed to have your opinion, but so can everyone else. Mutual respect matters.
3. When you feel sad about how Americans have been treating one another.
We can all make amends in favor of ice cream and birthday cake.
4. When friends post about discrimination.
There are a lot of people out there who love you. Remember this.
5. When you start to feel bad about deleting that one friend because of their political views.
Be the better person.
6. When you are about to post yet another political opinion about the opposite party.
Opinions can turn into hate quickly. Think before you post.
7. When you can’t fit your entire thought about the election into your 140 character tweet.
If you don't have anything nice to say, don't say it at all.
8. When you voted for a third party and someone tells you that you threw your vote away.
Specifically Aaron Carter's party.
9. When someone posts an article that indicates they're upset.
Reach
out to friends and family in need of comfort.
10. When the negativity just won’t stop.
Things will get better, they always do.
If we all had the attitude of Kid President, the world would be a much happier place.
