Staff ReportsIn the latest round of political discourse, it seems that the name of Jimmy Kimmel has been swept up in a wave of tears and dramatic proclamations following the recent election results. The late-night talk show host did not hold back in expressing his disdain for Donald Trump’s victory. According to Kimmel, it was a dreadful night across the board. He listed a slew of groups, including women, children, and hardworking immigrants, who he lamented would suffer as a result of the election. Kimmel took the stage claiming that everyone, from the middle class to military troops and allies abroad, was doomed.
However, not everyone is shedding tears in response to the election. Many online observers, including rapper Lil Pump, found some humor in Kimmel’s melodramatic reaction, suggesting it was time for him to move on. The nation’s elite institutions also seem to be reacting disproportionately. Reports indicate that places like Harvard, Princeton, and the University of Pennsylvania canceled classes in response to their students’ and professors’ emotional distress. It seems the elite academia of our nation might need a little dosage of perspective—perhaps a lesson in resilience instead of a class on “Coping with a Trump Presidency.”
Meanwhile, the University of Oregon is taking a more hands-on approach, offering students “duck therapy” to help them cope. Yes, you read that right—a therapy session with ducks. Virginia Tech has jumped on the therapy bandwagon too, providing students with therapy dogs to calm their frayed nerves. One can only imagine how much focus is being put on emotional support animals while students are missing out on valuable education. After all, school is about preparing for the future, not for emotional breakdowns over election results.
For those who attended these prestigious universities, like one of the commentators who proudly noted their Harvard alumni status, this response is nothing short of baffling. When paying hefty tuition fees, students would presumably expect to attend classes and receive an actual education rather than a series of emotional safe spaces and therapy ducks. In this age of supposed advancement, one might think that young adults can handle disappointment like the champions they are. After all, previous generations faced far greater challenges—like going to war.
One crucial point raised in the discussion is the notion of women’s rights and the portrayal of oppression in America. The commentators emphasized that American women, while sometimes vocal about their struggles, enjoy a level of freedom that is unmatched worldwide. Sharia law, for instance, is highlighted as a severe form of oppression that women face in other parts of the world, particularly in countries like Afghanistan where their rights have been stripped away. The commentators urged those questioning their freedoms to understand the sheer scale of real oppression, suggesting a perspective shift might be necessary for many.
Indeed, the narrative suggests that rather than obsessing over temporary political outcomes, individuals should count their blessings—or perhaps even send their complaints to the real oppressors in countries without women’s rights. Meanwhile, America stands as a beacon of freedom, albeit with the occasional overdramatic late-night host rounding up the emotional support ducks. It appears that while the nation thrives in democracy and liberty, some are still searching for safe spaces rather than embracing the great opportunities this country has to offer.
