The ground was scorching hot, the air felt like a blow dryer following you around everywhere, unwavering in making sure you felt just how hot it was. I stood outside a Walmart, 32 ounce water bottle in hand, and asked person after person if they were registered to vote, as well as working to convince them to vote for Hillary Clinton. Many politely declared that they were already registered, some just ignored me, but some made their opinions well known. That day was rather unlucky, as I had been told to burn at the stake, I had been spat on, and felt emotionally battered. Although it all comes with the job, I could not help but feel dreadful after each passing person couldn’t just take a minute to register or even sign a Commit to Vote Card.
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However, when I look back at my summer now, I can honestly say it has been the most rewarding time of my life. Whether grabbing pizza with my organizer before heading out back in the field, playing phone bank bingo (a hilarious game around the office), or hearing Fight Song play at any rally or event on repeat, I can say without a doubt I would not have done one thing different this summer. Through my Fellowship with the Hillary Clinton Campaign, I have also realized just how crucial political activism is in society. Political activism is not just protesting, but it’s making a difference in your community day by day. And ironically enough, political activism has taught me not just to stand up for my opinions, but to respect everyone else’s. Whether it be a Bernie Sanders supporter, a Donald Trump fan, or anyone in between, I have realized that for our democracy to work, and for society to function, we must all respect each other and our opinions. In the midst of this hectic year and election, I am so thankful for having been exposed to political activism; because whether I become a Campaign Manager, President, or even a traditional office job, I know that my dally into activism has changed my life, my politics, and my way of trying to make a
However, when I look back at my summer now, I can honestly say it has been the most rewarding time of my life. Whether grabbing pizza with my organizer before heading out back in the field, playing phone bank bingo (a hilarious game around the office), or hearing Fight Song play at any rally or event on repeat, I can say without a doubt I would not have done one thing different this summer. Through my Fellowship with the Hillary Clinton Campaign, I have also realized just how crucial political activism is in society. Political activism is not just protesting, but it’s making a difference in your community day by day. And ironically enough, political activism has taught me not just to stand up for my opinions, but to respect everyone else’s. Whether it be a Bernie Sanders supporter, a Donald Trump fan, or anyone in between, I have realized that for our democracy to work, and for society to function, we must all respect each other and our opinions. In the midst of this hectic year and election, I am so thankful for having been exposed to political activism; because whether I become a Campaign Manager, President, or even a traditional office job, I know that my dally into activism has changed my life, my politics, and my way of trying to make a