How do I explain this election to my 1st grader?

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:Just tell them that a woman wanted to be president but she lied too much so she lost the election.

I told my kids there are suckers born every minute. Conned by Fox News into hating Hillary. And conned by a hateful swindler.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:I think you are making a big deal out of nothing. As much as I feel your pain, this is how the losing party feels every election. So, we elected an idiot but it was people's will.

No, this is not true. This is the 1st time after an election I am sitting at my desk and fighting off tears. And I am white, and I normally vote republican (except this election). I cannot imagine how minorities feel right now. Good for you all who are able to find these words of wisdom for your kids, because I am unable to find anything good or hopeful to say. I just feel awful and embarrassed for this country.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:Mine said, "I feel really sad for my Hispanic friends"

Why? Are they illegal aliens? My Hispanic friends voted for Trump and their children aren't worried or sad at all.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:My 6 yr old was in tears this morning. We cried a bit together. That helped.

This is really troubling. I can honestly say that I feel sorry for your poor child.

[Anonymous]

I have not broached this topic at all with my K kid, who is 6. She has heard things here and there, including from some family members who are Trump people. We talked about what an election is and why it's important to be older so you can understand what each person stands for and you can make your own decision on doing what is best for you, your family and the country. I was proud of how DH and I handled it, considering we are a divided household.

I don't turn the TV on in the morning, and she hasn't asked anything. She will probably hear stuff at school and will ask and we will deal with it then.

[Anonymous]

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Anonymous wrote:Mine said, "I feel really sad for my Hispanic friends"

Why? Are they illegal aliens? My Hispanic friends voted for Trump and their children aren't worried or sad at all.

Do you think that the people who now feel entitled to lash out (whether verbally or physically) against Muslims or Hispanics are going to ask them first, "Excuse me, are you a terrorist? Are you here legally?" After 9/11, the anti-Muslim haters were assaulting Sikhs, dark skinned Indians, and women who wore the hijab. None of those victims of assault was responsible for 9/11. The point, which you seem to be missing, is that a climate of hate is bad for people who simply look like they might fit the targeted minority group.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:Mine said, "I feel really sad for my Hispanic friends"

Why? Are they illegal aliens? My Hispanic friends voted for Trump and their children aren't worried or sad at all.

Do you think that the people who now feel entitled to lash out (whether verbally or physically) against Muslims or Hispanics are going to ask them first, "Excuse me, are you a terrorist? Are you here legally?" After 9/11, the anti-Muslim haters were assaulting Sikhs, dark skinned Indians, and women who wore the hijab. None of those victims of assault was responsible for 9/11. The point, which you seem to be missing, is that a climate of hate is bad for people who simply look like they might fit the targeted minority group.

You've lost your mind. I'm assuming that you had one to begin with...

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:Mine said, "I feel really sad for my Hispanic friends"

Why? Are they illegal aliens? My Hispanic friends voted for Trump and their children aren't worried or sad at all.

Do you think that the people who now feel entitled to lash out (whether verbally or physically) against Muslims or Hispanics are going to ask them first, "Excuse me, are you a terrorist? Are you here legally?" After 9/11, the anti-Muslim haters were assaulting Sikhs, dark skinned Indians, and women who wore the hijab. None of those victims of assault was responsible for 9/11. The point, which you seem to be missing, is that a climate of hate is bad for people who simply look like they might fit the targeted minority group.

It's definitely not good!!

[Anonymous]

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Anonymous wrote:I agree but can't keep my Muslim daughter from knowing that someone who wants to ban Muslims from the US was chosen to lead the country. Glib answers don't always work.

Explain

1) Democracy

2) Rule of law

3) Division of powers

Thanks, have explained those things and trying to keep it very toned down and focused on doing our own civic duty, helping others in our community, working hard at school so we can be leaders in the future, etc. That is partial comfort about the fact that the country elected someone who wants to ban her religion.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:Mine said, "I feel really sad for my Hispanic friends"

Why? Are they illegal aliens? My Hispanic friends voted for Trump and their children aren't worried or sad at all.

Do you think that the people who now feel entitled to lash out (whether verbally or physically) against Muslims or Hispanics are going to ask them first, "Excuse me, are you a terrorist? Are you here legally?" After 9/11, the anti-Muslim haters were assaulting Sikhs, dark skinned Indians, and women who wore the hijab. None of those victims of assault was responsible for 9/11. The point, which you seem to be missing, is that a climate of hate is bad for people who simply look like they might fit the targeted minority group.

You've lost your mind. I'm assuming that you had one to begin with...

So, you admit tha have no response other than an ad hominem?

[Anonymous]

To add a bit of levity - my K DS said

"I'm glad he won, I don't like GIRLS"


and then he asked what was for breakfast. Our kids will be fine, as long as we model that for them

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:To add a bit of levity - my K DS said

"I'm glad he won, I don't like GIRLS"


and then he asked what was for breakfast. Our kids will be fine, as long as we model that for them

.

I don't find this cute at all, given the current misogynistic culture.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:My 6 yr old was in tears this morning. We cried a bit together. That helped.

You should be careful about this. Its cares children to see adults lose control and cry. It's one thing if it's something that can't be helped like grandpa has cancer. But over an election? Children should be comforted right now not scared and worried further.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:To add a bit of levity - my K DS said

"I'm glad he won, I don't like GIRLS"


and then he asked what was for breakfast. Our kids will be fine, as long as we model that for them

I would have said "We don't talk like that in this house. Make your own breakfast."

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:To add a bit of levity - my K DS said

"I'm glad he won, I don't like GIRLS"


and then he asked what was for breakfast. Our kids will be fine, as long as we model that for them

I would have said "We don't talk like that in this house. Make your own breakfast."

+1

The whole boy/girl divide doesn't happen until later. Must be some poor role modeling happening in that house hold.