Today, I woke up to my phone flooded with election results. Immediately, I called my mom. We had the same conversation we had eight years ago. History is repeating itself.

Today is a sad day for everyone who doesn’t identify as a straight, cis, white male. What I received as a “pick me up” as I got ready for school was that the stock market was “popping off”.

Today, we live in a country whose people value cheaper gas over the threat of women’s rights. What kind of example are we setting for our youth? As a country, we’re proving that our morals can be easily bought. With everything that was at stake this election, more than ever; we’re at risk of having fewer rights than our mothers.

Today is a scary day for women, the middle class, people of color, and the environment. Fortunately, I live in a blue town, in a blue state so my life likely won’t be affected greatly by this election result. I am a part of the lucky population who won’t have to live in fear of a premature pregnancy. Some are not as lucky.

Today, my heart goes out to the women who live in the 13 states where abortion is banned. My heart goes out to the women in Arizona and Florida whose limited rights are under attack.

Today, I’ve exchanged knowing glances with all my friends, hugs, words of encouragement, and our disappointment.

Today, a big “X” has been written on most of the states I one day hoped to live in. I have decided to stay in-state for college, sadly out of fear.

Today, Trump is the 47th president of the United States. And as a woman of color, I’m scared for the future of my country.