The 2016 presidential election has passed. The future president representing our country for the next four years have been confirmed. Donald Trump. Let that sink in.
The day after election, many individuals, such as myself, experienced a variety of feelings. Those feelings being: anger, disbelief, and shock. Matter of fact, I thought it was a joke that he got elected.
Living in an technologically advanced world, social media serves as the outlook on reflecting our beliefs on certain topics (i.e. politics). In addition, social media has been the instigator for many debates and viral conversations/arguments.
This past week, social media has been blowing up with nothing but angry posts regarding the individual, as well as the opponent, representing our country. This individual has been classified as misogynistic, racist, obnoxious, a woman basher, and someone who says things such as, "take 'em by the p****."
Now I am neither a democrat nor republican. Most of all, I am neither a Trump nor Hillary fan. I am an independent. Am I happy with this decision? No. Am I scared/nervous for the next four years? You bet I am.
As an individual who has voted for the first time, 24 years old, I voted for a third party candidate (i.e. Jill Stein). I do not regret this decision as it was my choice in choosing an individual who best reflects my ideals and values.
The last four years have not always been great. Yet, at the same time, there have been many accomplishments and improvements. Now, the next four years are going to be tough. There will be many debacles, no doubt. Things will change. It is life. We live in one of the best countries in the world. Full of opportunity and hope for even the poorest individual. With just a little help, we can all get by. Remember, we are united as one.