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    Democrats must step up during Trump’s next term, but also listen

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    Ann White
    | Letter to the editor

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    I was shocked and very upset by presidential election result. Additionally, I am just as upset about the people Trump is appointing to lead our country. Inexperience and loyalty to himself seem to be the most important attributes.

    Still, I learned a lot about our nation in a short time. I am both blind and deaf to what so many people are saying.

    I’m not talking about right-wing politicians and ideologues. I’m talking about American citizens for whom this nation and its economy are not working. They have been asking for help for a long time and our leaders are not listening.

    Unfortunately, Mr. Trump will not listen to them or help them either, but he will certainly try to destroy the current system. And he might succeed.

    Notice: During the holidays, Americans can choose between hope and hatred. Here’s what that means.

    For too long, too many of us have been apathetic citizens. We watched our democratic republic crumble around us and we did nothing.

    We have left legislators in power who represent only themselves.

    I think it’s time for those of us who still hold on to this to stand up and reclaim our power as citizens. We can do this together, but first we have to start listening.

    Ann White, Franklin 37067

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