Examining the Impact and Overreaction to Trump’s Presidency
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The article reflects on people’s reactions to Donald Trump’s Presidency, arguing that its impact on the average American is often exaggerated by emotional responses. It notes that even controversial policy areas, such as immigration and abortion rights, have not experienced the catastrophic changes feared by some. The author advises against allowing political disagreements to disproportionately consume people’s lives, suggesting that the effects of such decisions are often less significant than believed.
Trump’s Impact on Daily Life and the Outrage Culture
Professional and personal circles revolving around my career choice seem to prefer a wooden president over Donald Trump. Not the aesthetically pleasing type of wood, but the type you’d find in cheap parmesan to avoid clumping.
In 2016 when Trump beat Hillary Clinton, reactions were extreme. Some were repulsed, others fearful of potential harm Trump could inflict on our country. Despite ensuing discussions, I contended that Trump’s impact on average Americans would be negligible and that excessive fear and negativity were unnecessary.
Learn more about Trump’s 2016 presidential win.
As expected, life continued. Unless you were fixated on Trump’s Twitter outbursts or public statements, daily life remained largely unchanged.
Often, our expectations and emotional reactions inflate how much political developments affect us. Trump’s 2016 and recent campaigns centered around immigration, but despite his pledges, the lives of the undocumented immigrants I know continued undisturbed.
Discover more about Trump’s stance on immigration.
It’s incorrect to say federal politics don’t significantly affect our lives. If not for Trump, nationwide access to abortion might still exist. It’s a temporary burden for some women; a court decision or act of Congress could reestablish universal abortion access.
Find out more about current abortion laws.
Presently, outrage at Trump’s administration comes from his cabinet staffing choices. Robert F. Kennedy Jr.’s potential impact as head of Health and Human Services and Pete Hegseth’s appointment to lead the Pentagon are notable.
Explore Trump’s cabinet selection.
While concern about a president who undermined the democratic process is valid, a constant preoccupation with government affairs is detrimental to our wellbeing. Usually, political decisions exert a minuscule impact on our lives compared to other life aspects.
Reports of individuals ostracizing loved ones over political affiliations are prevalent. However, it’s best to appreciate imperfections rather than cause division during family gatherings over politics.
Rafael Perez is a columnist for the Southern California News Group. A doctoral candidate in philosophy at the University of Rochester, you can reach him at rafaelperezocregister@gmail.com.
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