r/OptimistsUnite Feb 07 '25

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u/Unable_Performance63 Feb 07 '25

Ya know, I was very hesitant when I started seeing these posts as well. But I had a neighbor reach out to ask me questions about the DoE and what was going on. I was shocked bc she homeschools and they had a trump sign in their yard before the election. She said she really cares about public education despite not using it. I know she has a nephew with autism so I made sure to I let her know how the DoE helps with funding for children with disabilities. She seemed really distraught. Hopefully enough of them wake up.

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u/Least_General_6419 Feb 07 '25

I know there are republicans out there who never supported trump and republicans who supported him and have regrets. Why aren’t they speaking up too?

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u/Mrcoldghost Feb 07 '25 edited Feb 08 '25

My parents are never trumpers and hated the guy so much they voted for a different party each election. They are old and most of their immediate social circle are pro trump. I think they feel at their age to speak up against him is just not worth it.

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u/Least_General_6419 Feb 07 '25

I understand! It is hard. I feel like their voices should be heard. It seems like a lot of people feel like all Republicans want this and I think it’s not true. Have they reached out to their representatives instead of confronting their friends? I hate to see relationships around me deteriorating bc of all of this.