It all began on January 21, 2017 when we participated in “The Women’s March,” in downtown Washington D.C. The march was a response to the numerous anti-women and offensive statements made by the evil mad alien who, as of today (January 20, 2020), has left our city.
Our collective demonstration unfolded the day after this evil man's inauguration on January 20, 2017 and continued through his first 100 days in office. At this moment, "evil mad alien intruder," seems fitting as the best way to describe and name him.
Since then, our days have been saturated with shock, horror, disbelief, emotional and physical torment. We've grappled with feelings of distress, depression, anger, resentment, grief, and anxiety, navigating each day with unpredictability and an overwhelming sense of the unknown. Whether or not we willingly subscribed to this reality, mental impacts have been inevitable, particularly for those with a connection to the U.S. Regardless of our global locations, the impacts and effects have resonated universally.
For four long years, we've carried the weight of emotional torment. Amidst our advocacy for women's rights, we've witnessed heart-wrenching losses as our sisters and brothers fell victim to violence captured by our camera lenses. We've listened to the devastating toll of millions affected, including lives lost to Covid-19, a tragedy exacerbated by the outward negligence of an alien presence once in power.
We've been forced to endure ongoing trauma as extremists with outward hatred commit criminal acts and often walk away freely or with lighter sentences. The systemic bias favoring certain skin colors in the judicial system adds another layer to the injustice we witness.
Even as we (women) dispersed into our respective cities and countries, resuming our lives, the memories lingered. We will never forget. Our voices, once loud and fervent, may have softened on a global and national scale, but we have not forgotten, nor have we chosen silence.
Thought our footsteps grew quieter, our resolve remained unwavering as we march on in our respective cities and countries. We persisted in standing up and speaking out for equality and justice for all, emphasizing that 'All Lives Won't Matter Until Black Lives Matter.'
Four years later let’s forget:
- 91% of Black Women voted for Democratic presidential nominee Joe Biden.
- 57% women voted for President Biden in 2020.
- 42% of women still voted in favor of the outgoing administration.
- Injustice in Broad Daylight: We witnessed firsthand what injustice looks like in broad daylight.
- Sleepless Nights: Let's remember the nights when many of us stayed awake, anxiously wondering if our loved ones were safe.
- Endless Loss and Grief: Regardless of whether the loss directly touched our families, we collectively endured needless grief and pain.
- Accountability for the Future: This new administration must prove itself by demonstrating equal justice and ensure that terrorists and their leaders face consequences for criminal acts, rejecting impunity.
As this troubling figure and evil invader has now left our city (Washington D.C) let’s forget that he will continue to walk amongst us freely, seemingly untouched by the inhumane acts and crimes he has committed.
The inauguration at least signifies what justice looks like when good triumphs over evil acts. Today showcases that there is still hope for a better tomorrow, proving that goodness can prevail over malevolence.
I hope America transcends the divisions of Democrat or Republican affiliations. May everyone rediscover the path to unity and become a united nation. Let us return to caring, loving, and showing compassion and kindness towards one another, mending any fractures caused by political differences. Stand up against injustice and call it out whenever it surfaces. Together, let's build global nations founded on shared values and mutual respect.
"Injustice anywhere is a threat to justice everywhere. We are caught in an inescapable network of mutuality, tied in a single garment of destiny. Whatever affects one directly, affects all indirectly." - Martin Luther King Jr
“Women are the ones that bear the greatest burden. We are also the ones who nurture societies.” -Leymah Gbowee On that note Auntie Kamala Harris (no pressure), I hope you will emerge as an active female leader and advocate for women's greater causes that unite us all. Additionally, may you serve as a nurturing forces as we embark on the healing process.
For now, I am still waiting to fully exhale, unable to breathe until justice is rightfully served and fully realized.
For now, I want to extend heartfelt congratulations to Joe Biden and Kamala Harris. I sincerely hope your path going forward is not too fraught with struggle, considering the immense turmoil you have inherited.
Lastly, I would like to acknowledge you as a reader or watcher. I value your humane acts - your kindness, empathy, understanding, and care for other human beings. Regardless of your political affiliation, globally, I only care and focus on the compassion and care you you show for others. This includes the love you extend to your country and all its citizens, whilst embracing diversity in background, race, gender, religion and culture.
At the end of the day, we all bleed the same color. We come into this world alone and we die alone. We go in the similar fashion with no exceptions to the rule.
Love and kindness over hatred is the only answer.
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