In the immediate aftermath of Donald Trump's election victory, reactions ranged from despair to unexpected optimism. While many in a liberal Philadelphia community were plunging into fears and preparations for potential dire consequences, one individual felt oddly calm due to prior emotional exhaustion from political events. However, early actions taken by Trump during his presidency began to highlight a grim reality, prompting genuine concern for societal stability and individual livelihoods, particularly in sectors reliant on federal support like education and international development, driven by Trump's drastic policy changes.
The chaos that Trump and Musk have already unleashed in such an incredibly short time has led to challenges for almost everyone in the US.
My emotional state was surprisingly sanguine following Trump's election, even while many around me were in despair and preparing for the worst.
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