"Something New" - Olivia

​Resting on my small but cozy bed, enjoying the warmth of my fluffy comforter and soft plush pillow, my thoughts drift to the events that transpired at tonight's town hall meeting. Tonight was supposed to be revolutionary - a time when the Aletheia College community had the opportunity to come together to discuss the issue of racism and ways we could combat it on our campus and beyond.  The objective for tonight was for the two host organizations of the meeting, Unity in Movement and the Student Government Association, to create a safe space for the campus community. Our objective, however, was negated by John's bigotry.  As people vocalized their opinions, John interrupted them, belittling anyone who didn't share his point of view. It got to the point where people either shut down and stopped talking or became irate and made threats. Dr. Wilkerson feared that there was going to be a brawl and ended the meeting. When the meeting ended, some people had to be escorted out by campus police because the tension created at the meeting was at an all time high. As we were leaving, John facetiously stated, "People can be so sensitive. They need to learn how to lighten up."
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