Everyone, for the most part, desires an America that is great. We all want to look at the land we reside in and be proud of the outcome we see. To have the knowledge that steps are being taken, top to bottom, to ensure that we thrive and are successful. With the results of this latest election, there are some who believe that the one who won will no doubt supply America in this manner; but to some, it is the opposite and what continually fills their hearts are emotions of fear, worry, angst, anger, and confusion. This post may not be one that many favor but it is something that must be said.
Recently, to see how some were responding to the results of this election, I googled "presidency reactions" -- what I found was truly sickening. The attitude was not one of "we disagree but it is what it is and we choose to make the best of it." Instead not only was there a turn on Trump but it was in significantly drastic measures. Events such as lighting police squad cars on fire, smashing in windows of local businesses, shutting down major roads and intersections for hours because of marches varying from holding signs with spiteful wording, to even some instances piñatas with the new presidents’ face being hung up on fire as a torch. Just the other day at work, when asking someone how their day was the response was, “terrible because this mother f****** man is president” and then she continued to tell me how America is in grave danger and that God has removed His hand from the nation of America. Just from a simple question, all that could be heard was anger and rage.
If I can speak anything on the issue to inspire a change of heart from some it would simply be to "be still." The votes are counted and the results of the election will not change no matter what action one takes back. None of these measures are going to change what happened but instead act to further divide the American people, get many in trouble or worse, and finally convey an attitude and setting that is the opposite of what the people want. I don’t think many would agree that what they desire their children to see constantly walking down the street are signs that read derogatory comments or police cars on fire or even hateful speech on TV. By stooping to this level some of the same things are occurring from the American people that the new president is being criticized of. There is no positive change just a greater influx of what those against Trump are saying they don’t want. Instead of violence and anger, the healthy response to the hurt is the high road. Being one who says I’m accepting what I cannot change, but alongside having the strength to make the most of it and be the change where I am. Not being one to promote hostility and division but instead showing a heart of love, understanding, and compassion to those around. Praying for the president, trusting that our worries can be cast on the Lord and He will work for good and in the meantime as we wait to see the endings of His work living as those worthy of the calling and setting an example. In no way lose your voice, but instead aim that power of your voice to positivity, health, and the right actions. That my friends is when the real change is made.
