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With Trump in power, parents grapple with some tough questions
U.S. ELECTION 2016

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A woman and child awaits the arrival of Democratic presidential candidate Hillary Clinton in New York on Nov. 9, 2016. Clinton conceded the presidency to Donald Trump in a phone call early Wednesday morning.

A woman and child awaits the arrival of Democratic presidential candidate Hillary Clinton in New York on Nov. 9, 2016. Clinton conceded the presidency to Donald Trump in a phone call early Wednesday morning.

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As parents everywhere digest the news of a Trump presidency, they may find themselves facing some uncomfortable conversations with their kids. From tax evasion to womanizing, the president-elect has presented no shortage of cringe-worthy scenarios. As shared on Twitter, here are some topics parents are grappling with this morning

Deportation

Bullying

Racism

Sexism and misogyny

The Trump supporters

Of course, not all parents are unhappy with a Trump win:

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