An Elected Salvo of Reality

Oftentimes, realism is mistaken for pessimism or cynicism. I believe, however, that it is simply realizing the consequences of one's actions. Anything can happen, as supported by many historical events, including the upcoming American Presidential election. Using the election as an example, I want to say this: Donald Trump is outspoken and rude (and a politician is simply a glorified businessman, is he not?), Hillary Clinton is well-versed in political shenanigans, and Bernie Sanders is much too liberal to get anything done if he were elected. This election is a circus, to say the least, and the election of any of these three will certainly cause problems with foreign affairs. To me, this is realism. It is statement of the very likely probability of something going wrong. No candidate is really a good candidate, and the truth will find its way out in time. In short, I am absolutely not expecting anything ultimately beneficial to come from the next President of the United States. It may not be all bad, but my prediction stands.

@RubyPond