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Crushed and devastated are the second tier emotions. Fear and sick-to-my-stomach are the primary feelings. I can't believe this shit. It's fucking insane. I'm so afraid for the future of the USA. My dad thinks we're about to enter a decline, and I believe he's right. I'm so angry that I have to be a part of it, because I never wanted this individual to be president in the first place. He was not even rightfully elected. And it's ironic that as I stand poised to finally find a better life for myself, that it may never be possible.
You know what's really crazy, is that I grew up hearing my mother say this is the best country in the world. My dad wouldn't disagree. Talking to him tonight, I realize that's changed.
Dad: This country is full of stupid people - this is just a dumb, dumb nation.
Me: The arrogance here is ridiculous. It's a good country but it's not necessarily the best in the world.
Dad: It's not even good. This is now the dumbest nation in the world. And I never thought I'd say that. I mean, I served my country in the military - I did my time there. But this is just a country full of stupid people, and everybody in the world knows it.
It's so strange to hear your own father, who happens to be one of the smartest people you know, say something like this. What a nightmare.
You know what's really crazy, is that I grew up hearing my mother say this is the best country in the world. My dad wouldn't disagree. Talking to him tonight, I realize that's changed.
Dad: This country is full of stupid people - this is just a dumb, dumb nation.
Me: The arrogance here is ridiculous. It's a good country but it's not necessarily the best in the world.
Dad: It's not even good. This is now the dumbest nation in the world. And I never thought I'd say that. I mean, I served my country in the military - I did my time there. But this is just a country full of stupid people, and everybody in the world knows it.
It's so strange to hear your own father, who happens to be one of the smartest people you know, say something like this. What a nightmare.