Dear Dad, Why Do People Get So Angry About Presidential Election Results?

Nov 07, 2024

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Dear Son,

Ah, Election Season. Like Groundhog Day but with more lawn signs and half the civility.

People’s anger over election results is, you could say, a fine American tradition. But unlike cheering for sports teams or debating best barbecue styles, election anger feels much more... spicy. So, let’s break it down, shall we?

1. The Team Spirit (Or Lack Th…

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