As a mom of a Latino child, I was taken aback when another child at school told him that if Trump became president, he’d have to go back to Guatemala. It wasn’t said with malice—just bluntly, like it was a fact. And honestly, that might be even more troubling. I’m raising a Latino boy who will grow into a Latino man, an immigrant child, often the only child of color in his surroundings.
I’m the daughter of a father who supported HRC with all his heart but sadly passed away before he could cast his vote this summer. My mother, who ran for local office when I was just a babe, always worked because she loved it, instilling in me the belief that I could achieve anything I set my mind to.
I’m the wife of a husband who took on the role of stay-at-home parent for six months while I worked to support our family. He’s been present for every birthday party, school meeting, and sporting event over the last decade—and let’s not forget, he’s the chef of the house, cooking dinner every night.
I’m also a woman who remembers her first “kiss” as a frightening experience, being pushed down at a party with a tongue forcefully invading my mouth (and yes, I pretended to enjoy it just to escape). I faced harassment in college for collaborating with the administration to implement mandatory rape education for fraternities after a fellow dorm mate was tragically gang-raped at a party.
Today, I voted. I voted for my dad, my mom, my husband, my son and his future, for that girl in my dorm, for our planet, and for every single one of us. #Imwithher
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In summary, this post illustrates the personal journey of a mother navigating her family’s diverse background and experiences, emphasizing the importance of voting and representation in the face of challenging societal changes.