Reply #37: As a first time voter

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As a first time voter I didn't expect losing this election would be so hard, I cried for two days. The sadness came because I knew deep down this election was stolen. The sadness was overwhelming when I seen the video of the disenfranchised in Ohio. The anger came when I seen how so many people voted against gay marriage. The ignorance and hate in this country is down right sickening. I've lived a shelter life. I've never had gay friends and to my knowledge I still don't. I imagine gay people feel the same way my ancestors felt during the civil rights movement and this is beyond sad to me.

I hope that one day we can overcome the cheating right. I also hope that one day we can overcome the ignorance and fear that has swept across this country. Yes, I am still sad but I have a small glimmer of hope left.