Let me start by saying that this is in no way a political article. Well, hardly, I suppose.
All election long we've heard the infamous quote, "Make America Great Again" repeatedly. I think my unborn children may come out saying it someday.
With that being said, here are a couple of ways that we, the American people, can make America great again, with or without the help of Donald J. Trump.
The first is the most simple way and it starts with YOU. Be kind. If you see somebody struggling, help them. Don't point and laugh because they're in need. Whether it be lending a hand, paying for someone's coffee, or just simply smiling at a stranger, help where possible and always be kind.
Another way we can make America great again, ironically, is to think before we speak. Too often on social media, in the news, or just in real life people are getting themselves into trouble for not thinking about how their words will effect others. Words are real. Words hurt. If your response requires name calling or profanity in order for you to feel accomplished, stop, think, and maybe backspace. That goes for you, too Trump.
As an Iowan, this is something I know we are good at and wouldn't mind the rest of the world jumping on board. And that is support. If we band together and support eachother despite race, class, gender, or sexuality we could become EXTREMELY powerful. Now, this will only work if we stop believing every single thing we see on the television and begin to understand that we are all in this together.
I know I'm just a middle-class, small town, white girl who may not know a lot about politics, but I do like to think I know a lot about how feelings work.
Let's make America great again and eliminate the hate that is found in so many corners of this world.
God bless.
