The Results Are In—And They Prove We’ve Learned Nothing
Elections 2024. Here we are again. Another round of promises, speeches, and the painful realization that democracy can feel like a cruel joke.
A Familiar Story in the US The results are in, and if you’re feeling a mix of disappointment and frustration, welcome to the club. Deception has taken off its mask, and reality is staring us dead in the face.
Let’s talk about the US first. We’ve just re-elected the man who incited an insurrection—yes, you read that right—and somehow, it’s not even surprising. Let’s not forget that this was the president who faced two impeachments and left office with the nation more divided than ever, yet here we are, repeating history as if it’s an endless loop. This time, Trump returns with Senator J.D. Vance as his vice president, a duo that speaks volumes about the direction many Americans want to go. Vance, known for his controversial stances and opportunistic flip-flopping, complements Trump’s brand of divisive rhetoric perfectly.
Puerto Rico’s Cycle of Promises
And Puerto Rico? Dios mío, we need to remember the momentum that sparked in the summer of 2019—a moment that felt like the people were finally pushing for real change. But now, that energy has twisted into a cycle that feels more like running in circles or, better yet, sprinting straight off a cliff. Jennifer González’s victory and the PNP’s hold are proof of the same game being played with new moves.
Their campaign worked like a charm, spreading the fear that independence would turn Puerto Rico into another Cuba or Venezuela.
And let’s be real—statehood hasn’t exactly been knocking at our door in 126 years of being a U.S. colony. Mitch McConnell—the man who once called Trump “practically and morally responsible” for the January 6th attack—has said that the filibuster remains unbroken, and any dreams of statehood? Forget it.
So many people, stuck in a colonized mindset, fell for that same tired lie again. Take a moment to study the world and you’ll find plenty of successful republics out there. But no—instead, people choose to ignore that we’re already living worse than the places we’re told to fear. Daily blackouts, sky-high living costs, unaffordable housing—and we’re supposed to believe Jennifer will fix it all after 22 years in politics? Sure. What’s going to make the next four years any different?
They pushed for a plebiscite not for genuine progress but as a tactic to mobilize their base to vote. And here we are, with promises wrapped in the same rhetoric.
To every Latino who voted for Trump: No amount of hatred toward other Latinos, Black, or Indigenous people will grant you the whiteness you crave. To white supremacy, you’ll always be the “other,” an infection to be “rid of.” Remember that.
No More Excuses: The Reality of Power
But now, both major parties have the majority in Congress and the Senate. So can we drop the “we couldn’t get things done because of them” excuse? The stage is set, and the same players are still calling the shots. The Trump-Vance administration has a clear path, and in Puerto Rico, Jennifer and the PNP have no more barriers to hide behind. The dance hasn’t changed, but the stakes have. And guess what? We’re still paying the price.
I’m tired. I’m worried. Not just for me but for everyone who sees through the smoke and mirrors and still hopes for something better. We’ve got a long road ahead, and I wish I had more faith in where it leads. But seeing the choices we’ve made, it feels like hope is becoming a luxury we can’t afford.
The last thing I’ll say is this: we’ve learned nothing. Not a damn thing. We keep making the same choices, expecting different results. It’s like we’re stuck in a tragic loop, replaying the past and wondering why it doesn’t feel like progress.
A country that doesn’t know its history is bound to repeat it—and here we are, right on cue.
Graciasss x leerme 🙏🏽
Génesis 🫠
