Election Reaction: Disappointment, Grief, and Anger

For many, the outcome of the U.S. presidential election feels not only disappointing but deeply troubling for the future direction of our country. Once again, it’s evident that Trump voters are not a small, radical faction—they are our neighbors, coworkers, even family members. So, where do we go from here? In this episode, Mory encourages us to begin by grounding ourselves—taking the time to sit with our emotions, resisting the urge to rush into difficult conversations before we’re ready. Together, Mory and Melissa wrestle with the challenge of extending curiosity to understand those who supported this outcome, all while recognizing how difficult it can be to hold that space when our fundamental rights feel at risk. This discussion doesn’t offer easy answers, only a call to action. Now more than ever, it’s time to organize, to engage, and to commit to the work ahead.

Check out the organizations below to find out how you can fight for our freedoms:

• American Civil Liberties Union: https://www.aclu.org/action
• Center for Reproductive Rights: https://reproductiverights.org/get-involved/
• NAACP: https://naacp.org/take-action
• Human Rights Campaign: https://www.hrc.org/get-involved

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