The voting is over in one of the most contentious presidential elections in United States history.
The battle for the White House between incumbent President Donald J. Trump, a Republican, and Democratic challenger Joseph R. Biden, a former vice president, show that America is very red and very blue.
Credit: Lisa Powell
Credit: Lisa Powell
But what does it all mean?
We asked three guest columnists ― journalist Ray Marcano, University of Dayton Professor Christopher Devine and Cedarville University Professor John Tarwater ― for their views on what lessons can be drawn from election 2020.
Marcano is a frequent contributor to this page. Tarwater and Devine have shared their views throughout election season.
In addition, I asked Facebook followers about their hopes for our country going forward. Below are a sampling of comments.
“Politicians will drop their egos and fighting and actually WORK for the American people.” ― Elaine Wack Kramer
“Cooperation for the good of all.” Karla Hollencamp
“An end to daily chaos & the anxiety that creates.” Carol Bouffioux
“The Mr. Rogers mindset.” ― Janelle Wood
“Peace, meaningful conversations taking action” ― Lynda Hackett
“Equality.” ― Cynthia Peei
“Peace.” ― Becky Lewis
“Peace!” ― Jill Hansel Erwin
“Grace.” ― Ashley Schultz-Navara
“Equity.” ―Hannah Booth
“Change.” ― Beth Redden
“Unity.” ― Kristina Lewis
“Acceptance of a shared reality.” ― Solomon Smith
“Calmness.” ― Randall Salyer
“Peace....Wellness.” ― Kenneth Sparks