Reflections on Trump's First Inauguration

The first inauguration of Donald Trump in January 2017 was marked by a sense of unease and low attendance, as nationwide protests were being organized by women against his administration. Trump's speech featured the memorable phrase 'American carnage,' which set a bleak tone for his presidency. The unusual context of the event, with Trump having no prior political experience and being a TV celebrity, left some former presidents and attendees visibly uncomfortable. Amidst the spectacle, the inauguration highlighted a stark division in the nation, as many Americans felt apprehensive about the direction Trump might take the country.