It’s Not Over, Again.

But this time I mean it in a good way. Seriously. The election in the U.S. is not over. Biden (and Truth, Decency, Compassion, Science and Mamala) still have a chance. A good one. So hang on. Keep the faith. Breathe.

Yes, the fact that so many people in this country somehow still support the current President is total bullshit unfathomable, ridiculous, disheartening and angering beyond words.

BUT.

Be comforted a small bit by knowing that as the popular vote stands, — once again, just as in 2016 and 2000 — the majority of voters voted blue. It’s not enough, I know. But it means you are not alone. That all is not lost because the majority of the voters in this country did the right thing.

And mamas, especially expecting and brand new ones, please do yourselves a favor and look away from your screens. Turn off the TV, stick your phone in a drawer, and trust that Steve Kornacki’s forearms will continue their work without your constant vigilance. Gaze at your belly or your brand new babies’ toes/cheeks/chonky chubs or your second-graders’ crooked grin and remember that there is good hope in this world. You’re making it, you’re holding it, you’re raising it.

Sending you love, hope and bright blue solidarity.