As for my specific response, I am disgusted and would have been either way.
It's unfortunate that we are so quick to label each other and reject others, because I believe that we ultimately have more in common than we don't. I imagine that more people voted against a candidate while holding their nose rather than for a candidate this time around. And that it's sad that we've come to a place where we choose to divide ourselves and hate others based on just a few specific issues. We've lost sight of the roots of people. We've lost the ability to truly care for each other. It's sad when one side "wins" and chooses to mock the other side, gloat, and promise pain and retribution. It's also sad when those on the side that "loses" choose to simply reject everyone and believe that hope is lost.
Now is not the time to gloat/boast and hope is NOT lost. Now is the time for the huge majority of Americans that recognize the brokenness to reach out, truly listen to those we may disagree with, and work together in the common grounds we have.
The true American spirit is still alive, it's just been misplaced and forgotten. And I think this board proves that. Yes, there are some horrible and soul wearying political discussions on here. And there are some true d-bags that are here. But the truth is, when push come to shove, we have each other's backs. There has been a lot of tragedy for folks on here over the last few years, and each time something has happened, FBGs from all across the aisle have stepped up and supported individuals in amazing ways. When we get down to the personal level, we care about each other regardless of political affiliation. If we could spread that "family" attitude, that's a start.