First, let me set the scene. I go to an all-girls private high school in Minnesota, a historically democratic state. However, between the tuition cost of over $20,000 a year and our Catholic roots, my school tends to draw a more conservative, republican demographic.

So, as one might imagine, the students and faculty are divided. As I walk through the halls, I see Trump stickers. When I take my seat in class, I see Clinton laptop decals. I go from my Spanish class that has a heavy focus on women's studies to my religion class on the teachings of the Catholic Church. My Spanish teacher tells me it would be anti feminist and anti human rights to vote for Donald Trump. My religion teacher tells me voting for Hillary Clinton, who is pro-choice, would be a sin and I would be turning my back on the faith in which I have been raised to grow and love.

I am scared that in this monumental time where we, as American citizens, are asked to come together and share our voice, that only hatred will result. Pure hatred. Americans are full of hatred. We are so passionate about our one-sided views, which only result in complete and utter hatred for any opposing viewpoint.

I am scared that when I walk through those doors on November 8th, 2016 and enter a place I would consider to be my home away from home, all I will see is anger. My once beloved high school, my inspiring teachers, and my passionate peers will be spewing words of anger.

A right once intended to unite our country in choosing a new leader is now a volcano full of opinions and passion waiting to erupt and ruin the peaceful city below.

Saying "I want to the president of the United States when I grow up" as a kid suddenly doesn't seem at all appealing. It seems scary. Scary to have your friends disown you for your views on the economy, environment, or religion.

My hope is that future generations, my children, and my children's children do not ever have to experience an election like this one. I want future elections to be inspiring and motivating. I wish for anyone who sits in the Oval Office to be someone, despite the political party they represent or their own political beliefs, that the American people can trust and respect as a person with dignity and worth. I want voting to feel empowering, not hateful or judgmental. Voting is right and something to be someday celebrated once again. Until then, good luck to us.