Jonathan Nwokpor
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The results of the recent presidential election, which saw President Donald Trump and Senator J.D. Vance win, disappointed former U.S. President Barack Obama.
Obama expressed his and his supporters’ dissatisfaction with the political process in a statement posted on his X account on Wednesday, pointing to significant substantive disagreements with the Republican leadership.
“Over the last few weeks and through Election Day, millions of Americans cast their votes – not just for president, but for leaders at every level.
“Now the results are in, and we want to congratulate President Trump and Senator Vance on their victory,” he said.
Obama emphasised the value of a peaceful transition of power, calling it a pillar of American democracy, despite the obvious political differences.
Considering the difficult campaigns of Democratic candidates Governor Tim Walz and Vice President Kamala Harris, he commended their devotion to public service and the hard work of their supporters.
“Michelle and I could not be prouder of Vice President Harris and Governor Walz – two extraordinary public servants who ran a remarkable campaign.
“And we will always be grateful to the staff and volunteers who poured their heart and soul into electing public servants they truly believed in,” Obama stated further.
Obama talked about the issues that the country is currently facing, such as the COVID-19 outbreak and economic uncertainty, which he feels have influenced the political climate of today.
“America has been through a lot over the last few years—from a historic pandemic and rising prices, to the frustration many feel that, no matter how hard they work, they’re only treading water.”
He went on to say that these difficulties are typical of democracies around the world and that Americans are not exempt from them.
Obama did, however, end on a positive note by expressing faith that these problems can be resolved by respect for one another and commitment to democratic standards.
“The good news is that these problems are solvable—but only if we listen to each other, and only if we honor the constitutional principles that made this country great.”
Obama called for national unity and asked people to be understanding despite their deep differences.
“In a country as big and diverse as ours, we won’t always see eye-to-eye on everything.
“But progress requires good faith and grace—even towards those we deeply disagree with. That’s how we’ve come this far, and it’s how we’ll keep building a country that’s fairer, more just, more equal, and more free,” he concluded.
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